D2S1- HighLights- Nursing occupations: Courses and PR pathway

Welcome to Aussizz Conclave 4.0!

In this session, our experts provided valuable insights into nursing occupations, related courses, and the pathways to permanent residency (PR) in Australia. Here’s a comprehensive overview of the session:

Focus on Nursing Occupations:

The session primarily focused on the nursing occupations in Australia, the courses available for aspiring nurses, and the pathways to secure permanent residency.

Presenters:

• Michelle Orias: With seven years of experience at Aussizz Group, Michelle has served as a senior education consultant and team leader for the Filipino community team. She has guided over 2000 students in their Australian education journey, focusing on course pathways that lead to future migration opportunities.

Key Points Discussed:

1. Requirements for Nursing Pathways:

• For nursing pathways leading to PR, obtaining the necessary skills assessment and registration is crucial. This requirement is mandatory for visas like 190, 491, 189, and employer-sponsored visas such as 186 and 494.

2. 485 Visa Eligibility:

• Navjot Singh Kharoud clarified that the 485 visa requirements vary depending on the qualification. For instance, those with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree can apply for a post-study work stream. However, Diploma of Nursing graduates cannot apply for a 485 visa as this occupation falls under the short-term list. They would need to upskill to a Bachelor’s degree to meet the requirements.

3. Points for Conversion Programs:

• Conversion programs typically do not meet the 16-month requirement needed to claim sufficient points for PR. Most conversion programs are one year long, which might not be enough to qualify.

4. PR Pathway for Medical Laboratory Technicians:

• Though slightly off-topic, Navjot Singh Kharoud addressed a question about PR pathways for medical laboratory technicians. He emphasized the importance of obtaining a skills assessment and recommended attending sessions dedicated to laboratory technician occupations for more specific guidance.

Interactive Q&A Highlights:

Q: Is it a requirement for the 485 visa to get the skill assessment and registration done beforehand?

A: Navjot Singh Kharoud: For the 485 visa, it depends on the qualification. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree holders can apply through the post-study work stream without a skills assessment. However, Diploma of Nursing graduates need to upskill to a Bachelor’s degree to apply for the 485 visa.

Q: I am doing a conversion Bachelor’s of Nursing program. How many points will I be able to claim?

A: Navjot Singh Kharoud: Conversion programs generally do not meet the 16-month requirement to claim enough points. Most are one year long, which may not be sufficient.

Q: I have 1.5 years of experience as a medical laboratory technician. Is there a PR pathway in Victoria?

A: Navjot Singh Kharoud: You need to obtain a skills assessment and may have a good pathway depending on the state. It’s recommended to join sessions focused on laboratory technician occupations for detailed information.

Stay tuned for more insights and updates from our experienced migration agents at Aussizz Group. Feel free to get in touch with us for personalized advice and support.