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Hello, everyone. I'm Johanna. Nonato from BridgeAus migration consultancy
Today we will be discussing the experience of our registered nurse
studying here in Australia
studying the nurse bridging program
It's a three-month course in which at the end of it. They get a registration, an RN Registration issued here in Australia
I am here with Michelle Ariz
Michelle is from Baguio, Philippines
and I will just have a quick chat about her experience here studying in Australia
So, Michelle
Why, Why Australia? Why did you choose Australia?
Australia, because first there are a lot of opportunities and environment. Australians are very kind.
are they really kind,  based on your experience?
yes, very kind.
that's why every now and then hey will say hi, hello, how are you, your good
Because it's not common in the Philippines
yes
In the philippines you only say hi to people that you know so, if you say hi to someone that you don’t know its like your so weird.
so that’s just a little bit about the Filipino Culture
How about your experience  in studying here? The 3 month program was it hard or easy. What is your experience?
At first we thought it will be difficult because it’s a different setting, but during our placement we enjoyed the experience.
we have Filipino classmates, our classmates and the facilitators are nice.
So, are the 3 months all in the classroom?
It's 1 month in the classroom then 5 weeks placement. Total of 3 months all in all.
ok, so the 5 weeks placement is in the Hospital isn’t it?
Yes, it is in the hospital
Ok, so you mentioned that in your class there are pinoys.
yes
There are Filipinos.
And what other nationalities where there?
Indians, we are 14 in class. 7 pinoys and 7 indians. Half and half.
Even with different culture we had fun in class. We help each other with homework and tasks.
ok, oh that’s good that’s good
yes
so, you already have a Bachelors and you are here in Australia to study again.
yes
What are the expenses? What are the costs involved?
First you have to settle the tuition fee. The tuition fee, accommodation, you have to make sure that you are set
for your 3 months stay. Then there's transportation and of course food.
ok, ok alright. So those are the costs involved. And
good thing you metioned that because a lot of people think its just the tuition fee.
yes
and also just to add some more to the cost, the visa
yes maam
visa application, proffesional fee
the visa, yes
in 4 months, because it is 3 months
there's 3 month that you can stay, study. And there's one more month
for you to wait for your RN registration
and even getting the RN registration has cost also
it has additional cost as well
ok, so you have comleted your course, right?
yes maam
ok, so it's been two weeks.
yes, two weeks already.
2 weeks you finished your course
What have you been doing now and what are the job opportunities for nurses here in Australia?
After my graduation, I applied for a prc equivalent here.
Luckily it only took 1 week for it to be released. I thought once I get my registration it would be fast to apply, like that.
Opportunities for nurses are a lot, it's in the hospital website. But when you apply for a job they ask for your permanent residency. That was difficult for me.
yes
you said there is a prc equivalent here.
yes
it is called AHPRA
yes
that’s very fast in one week you got your registration.
yes
it means the 1 month extra, you have 1 week
one week you've got your registration
Yes maam
and three weeks that you can apply
yes
you can work since you have working rights
yes
Michelle, came thru as a student visa holder
if you’re a student visa holder here in Australia you'll have working rights
so, the work rights of a student vise holder can be 20 hours a week if your course is in session
and if you have completed your course you can do full time work
yes
so michelle have you tried going through , applying thru, what do you call that? Agency nurses. You know agency nurses?
yes, when I present my resume and submit it, they will accept it. And they will ask for your availability, but again they will ask for the residency.
So, does that mean when you are not a permanent resident they will not hire you?
they wont accept you coz your not pr?
It's not like that, they will accept you but they will have to consider the expense the institution will cost
the chance of getting hired is greater if you’re a permanent residency
The expense Michelle is referring to Is that,when you are being sponsored by a company, they have to pay for your sponsorship
yes
there's a sponsorship fee, professional fee of the migration agent to think of
yes
do I hire you or should I just hire a local?
yes
its true that there are a lot of jobs and there is no doubt about it
yes
but only few sponsors, right?
yes that’s right
for my last question for you
with all the nurses wanting to come here to Australia
what are your tips to them?
First of all do not be scared to take the risk. When given the opportunity grab it. Secondly, when you come here be
prepared. Its not like back home where you have someone to run to. But there are a lot of Filipinos who is ready to help.
Third, Enjoy it. Lastly, apply for a permanent residency as early as possible.
Thank you so much, Michelle
Thank you
