{"id":9621,"date":"2025-12-10T12:00:55","date_gmt":"2025-12-10T12:00:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.aussizzgroup.com\/india\/?p=9621"},"modified":"2025-12-15T05:45:35","modified_gmt":"2025-12-15T05:45:35","slug":"nursing-in-australia-ahpra-approved-pathways","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.aussizzgroup.com\/india\/blog\/nursing-in-australia-ahpra-approved-pathways","title":{"rendered":"Nursing in Australia (2026\u20132027): Complete Guide to AHPRA-Approved Courses, Pathways &amp; Requirements"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-spotify wp-block-embed-spotify wp-embed-aspect-21-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Spotify Embed: Nursing in Australia (2026\u20132027): Complete Guide to AHPRA-Approved Courses, Pathways &amp; Requirements\" style=\"border-radius: 12px\" width=\"100%\" height=\"152\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen allow=\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/episode\/22n3iko78wfL2OxxVQtuKL?si=CjbM2yctQE-Vi29zBQVh0g&#038;utm_source=oembed\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Nursing remains one of the most respected, future-proof and in-demand professions in Australia. With healthcare workforce shortages and expanding employment opportunities, it continues to be a highly attractive study option for international students seeking stability, purpose, and a strong&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.aussizzgroup.com\/india\/nursing\/pathways-to-pr\/\">pathway to permanent residency<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, the Australian nursing education system includes multiple pathways-AHPRA-approved programs, pathway colleges, EN-to-RN routes, graduate-entry options, RN conversion programs and OBA requirements. Choosing the correct pathway is essential to ensure eligibility for registration and future employment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This comprehensive guide explains&nbsp;<strong>every AHPRA-approved nursing pathway<\/strong>, including Navitas college options,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/immi.homeaffairs.gov.au\/help-support\/meeting-our-requirements\/english-language\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">English requirements<\/a>, OBA pathway, career outcomes, and PR relevance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Aussizz Group supports students with course selection, GS guidance,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.aussizzgroup.com\/india\/student-visa-500\">Subclass 500 visa<\/a>&nbsp;lodgement, OSHC, AHPRA-English requirement guidance and long-term migration planning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>Why Nursing Is a Strong Career Path in Australia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1.1 High Demand Across All Healthcare Sectors<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Australia is experiencing sustained shortages across:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Aged Care<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Acute &amp; Surgical Care<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Emergency &amp; Critical Care<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mental Health<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Disability &amp; Community Care<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rural &amp; Remote Nursing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Nursing consistently features in Australia\u2019s<strong>&nbsp;Top 10 Most In-Demand Occupations<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1.2 Competitive Salaries<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aussizzgroup.com\/india\/nursing\/registered-nurse\/\">Registered Nurses<\/a>&nbsp;(RNs) typically earn:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>AUD $70,000\u2013$110,000<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Increased rates for ICU, ED, Mental Health, Theatre, Night Duty or Regional Areas<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1.3 Clear Permanent Residency Pathways<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Nursing qualifications support strong PR options:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aussizzgroup.com\/india\/skilled-independent-visa-189\">Subclass 189<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aussizzgroup.com\/india\/skilled-nominated-visa-190\">Subclass 190<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aussizzgroup.com\/india\/skilled-work-regional-provisional-visa-491\">Subclass 491<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aussizzgroup.com\/india\/temporary-graduate-visa-485\">Subclass 485<\/a>&nbsp;Post-Study Work Visa<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>482 \u2192 186 Employer-Sponsored Pathways<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1.4 International Recognition<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Australian nursing qualifications are recognised in:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>UK<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>New Zealand<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ireland<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Singapore<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Middle East<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>2. Importance of Choosing an AHPRA-Approved Program<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ahpra.gov.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">AHPRA<\/a>&nbsp;(Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency) and the Nursing &amp; Midwifery Board of Australia (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nursingmidwiferyboard.gov.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">NMBA<\/a>) regulate nursing registration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Only graduates from&nbsp;<strong>AHPRA-approved programs<\/strong>&nbsp;are eligible to apply for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Enrolled Nurse (EN) registration<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Registered Nurse (RN) registration<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Choosing a non-approved program may lead to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Ineligibility for registration<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Requirement to complete the&nbsp;<strong>OBA<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Delayed employment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Additional costs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>AHPRA-approved programs include supervised clinical placements and are designed to meet Australia\u2019s national nursing standards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>3. AHPRA-Approved Nursing Programs in Australia<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Below is the updated list of programs that are&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ahpra.gov.au\/Accreditation\/Approved-Programs-of-Study.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>AHPRA-approved and currently running<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;in Australia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1. Enrolled Nurse (EN) \u2013 Diploma Level<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Program Type<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Award Name<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>AHPRA Outcome<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Example Providers (Approved + Running)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>EN Qualification<\/td><td>Diploma of Nursing<\/td><td>EN Registration (Division 2)<\/td><td>TAFE QLD, TAFE NSW, Box Hill Institute, GOTAFE, IHNA, South West TAFE, Holmesglen, Federation TAFE<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2. Registered Nurse (RN) \u2013 Bachelor-Level Degrees<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Program Type<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Award Name<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>AHPRA Outcome<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Universities (Approved + Advertising Intakes)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Direct Entry RN<\/td><td>Bachelor of Nursing<\/td><td>RN Registration<\/td><td>Deakin, QUT, La Trobe, Monash, RMIT, UTS, University of Adelaide, Federation University, WSU, CDU, University of Wollongong<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Dual Degrees with RN Outcome<\/td><td>BN \/ Bachelor of (Midwifery, Psychology, Public Health, Paramedicine etc.)<\/td><td>RN Registration<\/td><td>Deakin, QUT, ACU, Monash, La Trobe, UTS<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>EN-to-RN Pathway<\/td><td>Bachelor of Nursing (Accelerated \/ EN Pathway)<\/td><td>RN Registration<\/td><td>UTS, RMIT<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Graduate Entry<\/td><td>Bachelor of Nursing (Graduate Entry)<\/td><td>RN Registration<\/td><td>Flinders University, University of the Sunshine Coast (USC)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>3. Registered Nurse \u2013 Postgraduate (Entry-to-Practice Master\u2019s)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Program Type<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Award Name<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>AHPRA Outcome<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Universities (Approved + Running)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Pre-Registration Master\u2019s<\/td><td>Master of Nursing Practice \/ Master of Clinical Nursing \/ Master of Nursing Science<\/td><td>RN Registration<\/td><td>University of Melbourne, University of Sydney, QUT, Western Sydney University, University of Wollongong, ECU, Southern Cross University, Charles Darwin University, Adelaide University, Curtin University (from 2025)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>4. RN Re-Entry \/ Return to Practice Programs<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Program Type<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Award Name<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Provider<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Outcome<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>RN Re-Entry<\/td><td>Graduate Certificate in Contemporary Nursing (RN Re-entry)<\/td><td>University of Notre Dame<\/td><td>RN Re-Entry Eligibility<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>RN Re-Entry<\/td><td>Re-entry to Practice (RN)<\/td><td>La Trobe University<\/td><td>RN Re-Entry<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>RN Re-Entry<\/td><td>Graduate Certificate of Nursing (Re-entry)<\/td><td>ACN<\/td><td>RN Re-Entry<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>RN Re-Entry<\/td><td>Graduate Certificate in Nursing (Re-entry)<\/td><td>CQU<\/td><td>RN Re-Entry<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>5. Internationally Qualified Nurses \u2013 RN Conversion Program<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Program Type<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Award Name<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Provider<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>AHPRA Outcome<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>RN Conversion (IQN Stream)<\/td><td>Bachelor of Science (Nursing) \u2013 Registered Nurse Conversion (Australian RN Stream)<\/td><td>Curtin University<\/td><td>Eligibility for RN Registration<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>6. Nurse Practitioner (Endorsement Pathway)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Program Type<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Award Name<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Universities<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Outcome<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>NP Endorsement<\/td><td>Master of Nurse Practitioner \/ Master of Advanced Nursing Practice<\/td><td>University of Melbourne, Monash, QUT, University of Sydney, UniSA, Federation University, CDU<\/td><td>NP Endorsement Eligibility<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>NP Prescribing Credential<\/td><td>Specialist Certificate in Registered Nurse Prescribing<\/td><td>University of Melbourne<\/td><td>Supports NP Prescribing Endorsement<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Important Note<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>AHPRA updates its approved program list regularly. Before enrolling, always check the&nbsp;<strong>current AHPRA-approved nursing program list<\/strong>&nbsp;to ensure your degree remains accredited and eligible for registration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>4. Navitas Nursing Pathways (For Students Not Meeting Direct Entry Requirements)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.navitas.com\/study\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Navitas pathway programs<\/a>&nbsp;are ideal for students who:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Do not meet direct BN entry requirements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do not have science subjects<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Require academic support before university-level study<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Need English development to reach university requirements<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Duration<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Diploma: 8\u201312 months<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bachelor of Nursing after progression: 2\u20132.5 years<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Navitas Pathway Providers<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Navitas College<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>University<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Program<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>English Requirement<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Notes<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Curtin College<\/td><td>Curtin University<\/td><td>Diploma of Health Sciences<\/td><td>IELTS 6.5 (no band &lt; 6.5)<\/td><td>Leads to Curtin BN<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Edith Cowan College<\/td><td>ECU<\/td><td>Diploma of Health Science<\/td><td>IELTS 6.5 (no band &lt; 6.5)<\/td><td>Suitable for non-science students<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Eynesbury College<\/td><td>Adelaide University<\/td><td>Diploma of Health Sciences<\/td><td>IELTS 6.5 (no band &lt; 6.5)<\/td><td>Popular for regional SA<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Griffith College<\/td><td>Griffith University<\/td><td>Diploma of Health Care<\/td><td>IELTS 6.5 (no band &lt; 6.5)<\/td><td>Strong health foundation<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>La Trobe College<\/td><td>La Trobe University<\/td><td>Diploma of Health Sciences<\/td><td><strong>IELTS 6.5 (no band &lt; 6.0)<\/strong><\/td><td>Only Navitas college accepting 6.0 band<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Note<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Students must meet AHPRA\u2019s English Language Skills Standard<strong>&nbsp;at the time of BN enrolment,<\/strong>&nbsp;not at Diploma entry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>5. OBA Pathway for Students With Non-AHPRA-Approved Nursing Qualifications<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If your qualification is not considered substantially equivalent to Australian standards, AHPRA requires completion of the&nbsp;<strong>OBA (Outcome-Based Assessment).<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 1: Application &amp; Assessment<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Submit transcripts, syllabus, placement evidence, approved English test and identity documents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 2: OBA Referral<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>AHPRA issues an OBA referral letter if gaps exist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 3: OBA Exams<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>NCLEX-RN&nbsp;<\/strong>(theory exam)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>OSCE&nbsp;<\/strong>(practical exam in Australia)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Some students choose the RN Conversion pathway instead for structured support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>AHPRA English Language Requirement<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To register as an EN or RN, applicants must meet the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ahpra.gov.au\/Registration\/Registration-Standards\/English-language-skills\/Accepted-English-language-tests.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">English Language Skills Registration Standard&nbsp;<\/a>published by AHPRA\/NMBA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Accepted Tests &amp; Required Scores<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Test Type<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Minimum Overall Score<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Minimum Sub-Scores<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Conditions \/ Notes<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>IELTS Academic<\/strong><\/td><td>Overall 7.0<\/td><td>L: 7.0, R: 7.0, S: 7.0, W: 6.5<\/td><td>One sitting OR two sittings within 12 months under AHPRA rules<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>PTE Academic<\/strong><\/td><td>Equivalent to IELTS 7.0 (~65)<\/td><td>L: 65, R: 65, S: 65, W: 58<\/td><td>Must follow AHPRA concordance &amp; combination rules<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>TOEFL iBT<\/strong><\/td><td>Equivalent to IELTS 7.0<\/td><td>L: 24, R: 24, S: 23, W: 21<\/td><td>Combined sittings allowed under AHPRA rules<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>OET (Nursing)<\/strong><\/td><td>B (350+) in L, R, S<\/td><td>C+ (300+) in W<\/td><td>One sitting or two sittings allowed<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Cambridge (CAE\/C1)<\/strong><\/td><td>Overall 185<\/td><td>L: 185, R: 185, S: 185, W: 176<\/td><td>Two sittings allowed within 12 months<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Important Points<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Scores must be valid at the time of registration.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>University entry English requirements are&nbsp;<strong>NOT&nbsp;<\/strong>the same as AHPRA requirements.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Students must meet the AHPRA standard&nbsp;<strong>before applying for registration<\/strong>, not before course commencement.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3>7. Career Outcomes After Nursing Studies<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Australia offers excellent career opportunities across hospitals, aged care, mental health, community care, primary healthcare, disability support and regional practice. Nurses may progress into specialist practice, leadership roles or advanced nursing positions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Overview of Nursing Careers<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Career Category<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Common Roles<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Work Settings<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Salary Range<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Entry-Level Roles<\/td><td>EN, Graduate RN<\/td><td>Hospitals, Aged Care<\/td><td>AUD $55,000\u2013$70,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Registered Nurse<\/td><td>RN, Staff Nurse<\/td><td>Medical\/Surgical Wards<\/td><td>AUD $70,000\u2013$110,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Specialised Nursing<\/td><td>ICU, ED, Theatre, Mental Health<\/td><td>Critical Care Units<\/td><td>AUD $80,000\u2013$120,000+<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Community &amp; Aged Care<\/td><td>Community RN, Aged Care RN<\/td><td>Home Care, Community Health<\/td><td>AUD $65,000\u2013$95,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Rural &amp; Remote Nursing<\/td><td>Remote Area Nurse<\/td><td>Regional Hospitals, FIFO<\/td><td>AUD $90,000\u2013$130,000+<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Senior Clinical Practice<\/td><td>CNS, NUM, NP<\/td><td>Specialist Units<\/td><td>AUD $90,000\u2013$180,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Academic\/Research<\/td><td>Lecturer, Research Nurse<\/td><td>Universities &amp; Institutes<\/td><td>AUD $90,000\u2013$150,000<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><mark><mark style=\"background-color:#ffffff\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\">1. Is nursing in demand in Australia?<\/mark><\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes. Every Australian state reports ongoing nursing shortages across public and private healthcare sectors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><mark><mark style=\"background-color:#ffffff\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\">2. What English scores are required for AHPRA registration?<\/mark><\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>AHPRA accepts IELTS, PTE, TOEFL iBT, Cambridge and OET.<br>Under the updated 2025 standard, applicants must achieve:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Overall equivalent to IELTS 7.0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Minimum 7.0 in Listening, Reading, Speaking<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Minimum 6.5 in Writing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These apply to&nbsp;<strong>all applicants<\/strong>, regardless of university entry scores.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><mark><mark style=\"background-color:#ffffff\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\">3. Can I study nursing if I do not have science subjects?<\/mark><\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes \u2013 through Navitas Diploma pathways.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><mark><mark style=\"background-color:#ffffff\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\">4. What is the difference between the OBA and RN Conversion?<\/mark><\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>OBA = exam pathway (NCLEX + OSCE).<br>RN Conversion = academic university-based pathway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><mark><mark style=\"background-color:#ffffff\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\">5. Which pathway is fastest for someone who already has a degree?<\/mark><\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Graduate Entry Bachelor (2 years) or Pre-Registration Master (2 years).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Conclusion<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Nursing is one of Australia\u2019s most reliable, respected and PR-friendly study options. Whether you choose an AHPRA-approved diploma, bachelor\u2019s degree, graduate-entry program, pre-registration master\u2019s, Navitas Diploma pathway or the OBA route, there is a pathway suitable for every academic and professional background.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Aussizz Group supports students with:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Nursing course selection<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>GS guidance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Subclass 500 visa lodgement<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/getmypolicy.online\/oshc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">OSHC<\/a>&nbsp;arrangements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>AHPRA-English requirement support<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>PR and career pathway planning<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Start your nursing journey with confidence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/enquiry.aussizzgroup.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Contact Aussizz Group<\/a>&nbsp;today for personalised guidance and expert support for your nursing study and visa pathway.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Nursing remains one of the most respected, future-proof and in-demand professions in Australia. 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