{"id":801,"date":"2018-02-14T04:54:00","date_gmt":"2018-02-14T04:54:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.aussizzgroup.com\/srilanka\/?p=801"},"modified":"2026-02-24T11:18:39","modified_gmt":"2026-02-24T11:18:39","slug":"english-requirements-to-study-nursing-in-australia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.aussizzgroup.com\/srilanka\/blog\/english-requirements-to-study-nursing-in-australia\/","title":{"rendered":"FAQs on English Language Requirement to Study Nursing in Australia"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Nursing has become one of the most popular course choices amongst international students these days. Nurses work closely with different health professionals, patients and their families. They encounter people during the most difficult times of their lives and others during the most exciting times. This makes nursing a career that is both rewarding and versatile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are a nursing aspirant dreaming to jump start your career in the Health sector, then you should have a very clear idea about the entry requirements for various nursing programs. The most important factor that determines admission to a nursing course is the level of English of the student.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some FAQ\u2019s explaining the English language requirement for admission into <a href=\"\/srilanka\/blog\/about-nursing-courses-australia-guide\/\">nursing courses in Australia<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Do I need to provide an English test score for studying nursing in Australia? If yes, what are the acceptable English tests for admission?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, English is an important requirement for admission into&nbsp;<a href=\"\/srilanka\/blog\/your-guide-to-get-into-nursing-program-in-australia\/\">nursing program<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The accepted English test results vary per educational provider, but most commonly accepted tests are IELTS (Academic), PTE (Academic), OET and TOEFL iBT.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>What is the English Test score I need to study nursing?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Get an&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/ieltstutorials.online\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">IELTS score<\/a>&nbsp;of 7 Band if you want to study nursing in Australia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>What if I do not meet the English requirement for these courses?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you do not meet the English language requirement, there are course packages available that can assure you admission to your preferred course.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Do I need to meet English language requirement to qualify for the IRON Program (Bridging program for overseas registered nurses) as well?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, you need to meet the requirement of IELTS 7 each or equivalent score in PTE, OET or TOEFL iBT. For any of the above test, within 6 months of the duration of first exam, results can be combined from two sittings as long as the minimum score for the specific test is reached.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>What is the English requirement to get myself registered as an EN (Enrolled Nurse) or an RN (Registered Nurse) in Australia?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This requirement is same as for&nbsp;IRON Program, i.e., you need to have IELTS 7 each or equivalent score in PTE, OET or TOEFL iBT. For any of the above test, within 6 months of the duration of first exam, results can be combined from two sittings as long as the minimum score for the specific test is reached.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Are there any exceptions to this requirement for registration with AHPRA?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are few exemptions to this standard as below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>You don\u2019t have to present any test result if English is your primary language i.e. at least 6 years of your primary and secondary education was taught and assessed in English in any of the recognised countries which are Australia, United States, United Kingdom, Canada, New Zealand, The Republic of Ireland and South Africa.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Besides, if you have completed five years full-time equivalent of education taught and assessed in English in any of the recognised countries which includes your nursing study.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>So if you are looking for more information on Nursing Program in Australia, don\u2019t hold back or delay. Call us right away to&nbsp;<a data-bs-toggle=\"modal\" data-bs-target=\"#EnquireNowModal\" href=\"javascript:void(0)\">Book for a Free Consultation<\/a>&nbsp;with our&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.aussizzgroup.com\/srilanka\/\">Experienced Education Consultants<\/a>. It is time to make your international dreams come true.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\">\n<p>If you are still hung up on doubts and queries, then just resolve them by asking the Experts on our&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/forum.aussizzgroup.com\/?utm_source=aussizzgroupweb&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=English_Requirement_to_Study_Nursing_in_Australia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">International Student Forum.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Nursing has become one of the most popular course choices amongst international students these days. Nurses work closely with different health professionals, patients and their families. 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