A. The Outcome Based Assessment (OBA) is a two-stage assessment process: a multiple-choice question exam (MCQ) and an objective structured clinical exam. Internationally Qualified Nurses and Midwives (IQNMs) must pass the first stage before moving to the next stage. Stage one is a cognitive assessment, which is a computer-based MCQ exam. IQNMs must pass the exam to move to part two of the OBA Stage two is a behavioural assessment in the form of an objective structured clinical examination (OSCE). The OSCE has been developed to assess that an IQNM demonstrates the knowledge, skills and competence of a graduate level Australian nurse or midwife.
A. All IQNMs must conduct the self-check to determine the pathway required by AHPRA. Candidates are allocated in stream to know the steps they need to be able to register as a nurse in Australia. To understand candidates stream and to commence self-check visit https://forms.ahpra.gov.au/Infiniti/Produce/wizard/4be8391a-74ec-420a-83dd-7f0304e20432/?ID=4be8391a-74ec-420a-83dd-7f0304e20432&prepared=true&logGuid=35cf4b77-9c5e-405a-8418-2ef2510e941d
A. The OBA Preparation Class Is open to all onshore and offshore students. You will need to conduct a self-check to see your eligibility. NETA accepts enrolments to candidates who hold one of the following:a. The candidate has MCQ and OSCE steps in self check process b. The candidate has AHPRA referral letter c. The candidate has an Authority to take (ATT) from AHPRA.
A. We do not stop candidates who wants to improve knowledge and skills, or would like to join the class to review for NCLEX and OSCE for other countries. We will seek a written consent that the decision in joining the class is informed.
A. Self-check is free of charge if you would like to know your steps. However, if you wish to proceed with the process, AHPRA charges $640 AUD as an assessment fee.
A. NCLEX- RN For registered nurses, the NCLEX-RN registration fee is $200 USD, plus an additional international scheduling fee of $150 USD ($350 USD in total). OSCE- The fee for sitting the OSCE is $4,000 AUD Registration fee - The current application fee of $300 AUD and registration fee of $175 AUD/year.
A. OBA is a Permanent and consistent approach for all IQNMs. All Stream B candidates now referred to OBA. The time that will take for the whole process will depend on the outcome of each part of the steps.
A. NCLEX Prep is an Eight Weeks of online coaching. You will receive a fully supported course from NETA’s highly qualified and experienced Nurse Educators. You will be provided with 6 months access to online resources. OSCE Prep is three weeks of Online learning and Five Days of Lab based Face to Face training.
A. While clinical placement is a good learning avenue, OSCE is focused in simulated nursing skills. NETA strives to provide candidates safe learning environment where skills are learned as many times as needed until full confidence is gained. This is achieved through simulation. For example: OSCE may ask a candidate to perform an NGT or IDC insertion and cardio pulmonary resuscitation in which there lesser to no opportunity for students to perform these skills in the clinical placement.
A. We do not require English Test result to join in our classes. IQNMs who are seeking registration in Australia will require English test result once they have completed NCLEX and OSCE and ready to apply for registration.
A. Yes, at this stage OSCE is delivered in state of the art purpose built Adelaide Health Simulation, South Australia.
A. AHPRA will determine whether NCLEX is required. You need to do the self- check to know.
A. Please refer to https://www.ncsbn.org/testing-locations.htm for testing locations.
A. You can retake NCLEX after the next 45 days of each take. Please visit this website for more information https://www.ncsbn.org/after-the-exam.htm?fbclid=IwAR0JehhD8qT1T_TzZo3v-OwRyjjSGe8OxhFDSlqYwouDItkHDMcAKeJHlvI
A. No, you will only need to retake OSCE. AHPRA will provide more information regarding re-examination.
A. NETA takes maximum of 20 students for each class. We ensure to provide individualised support to students. Our main goal is to produce quality, high standard and confident candidates.
A. Our online system allows you to enrol and pay online. We use secure and trusted payment gateway in our website.
A. Any government issued IDs such as Driver’s License, Passports, Birth Certificate, Marriage Certificate etc
A. We have various payment plans available to our students and we proud ourselves to work together with student and give them flexibility as per their individual situation.
A. NETA offers: • OBA Preparation class • First Year RN Development Courses • Contentious Professional Development (CPD) courses • And Nursing Education Support
A. These are the following Professionals who can certify your documents:• Health professions: Chiropractor, dentist, medical practitioner, nurse, optometrist, pharmacist, physiotherapist, psychologist1 • Legal professions: Legal practitioner, patent attorney, trademarks’ attorney • Court positions: Bailiff, justice of the peace, judge, magistrate, registrar or deputy registrar, clerk, master of a court, CEO of a Commonwealth court • Commissioner for Affidavits, or Commissioner for Declarations (dependent on jurisdictions) • Government representatives (elected): Federal, state or territory or local Public servants: Federal, state or territory or local – employed for five years or more • Employees of the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency • Bank officer, building society officer, credit union officer, finance company officer – employed for five years or more • Veterinary surgeon • Accountant (member of ICA, ASA, IPA or CPA, ATMA, NTAA) • Minister of religion, or marriage celebrant • Member of: • Chartered Secretaries Australia • Engineers Australia, other than at the grade of student • Australian Defence Force (an officer; or a non-commissioned officer with five or more years of continuous service; a warrant officer) • Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy • Notary public • Holder of a statutory office not specified in another item in this Part • Police officer • Sheriff or sheriff’s officer • Teacher (full-time) at a school or tertiary education institution • Outside Australia: • Justice of the peace • Notary public • Australian Consular Officer or Australian Diplomatic Officer (within the meaning of the Consular Fees Act 1955) • Employee of the Commonwealth or the Australian Trade Commission who works outside Australia
A. educators support is available to all students at all time in student hub. Alternatively, you can always send email to info@nursingeta.com or give us a call on 1300 006 382. If questions regarding accounts please email to accounts@nursingeta.com or you can post it to 92 Brooklyn Drive, Bourkelands, NSW 2650.
A. Once you pass your MCQ, your IQNM dashboard will advise you that you are eligible to sit the OSCE. Then you will be advised to pay the OSCE fee. After recieving your fee, the IQNM exams team will contact you in relation to upcoming dates.
A. The OSCE Examination fee is not refundable. If you can no longer attend the examination date you have selected and need to re-schedule, please refer to the Changing your Scheduled examination section in the RN OSCE Candidate Handbook.
A. AHPRA will offer candidates the examination dates as they become available. Candidates are only eligible to attend the RN OSCE Exam on the dates offered at the time of the booking . Ahpra does not coordinate exams for individual candidates’ calendars in mind. If you are unavailable for the dates you have been provided, the IQNM exam team will be in contact with you as soon as new dates become available.
A. You need to make a request to reschedule at least 3 full business days (72 hours) before your scheduled exam date and time. Also consider state and national holidays when deciding to reschedule as the offices may be closed at those times. Wait for the IQNM exams team to confirm before considering your exam rescheduled.
A. Yes, Candidates are fully responsible for their travel and accomodation.
A. Yes , Adelaide, South Australia.
A. If you are outside Australia and you need to travel into Australia to undertake OSCE examination, you need to look up and discuss visa options with Department of Immigration by visiting the website: https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/ . Also some information from Immigration and Employment in Australia page on the NMBA website may be helpful.
A. According to NMBA OSCE FAQs section: Candidates will be allocated to either an AM or PM session. Each session will go for approximately 3-3.5hrs. It is recommended to ensure you do not book any travel or accommodation until you know which date and session you are allocated to.
A. candidate will be expected to participate in 10 individual stations. Each station is allocated ten (10) minutes which is allocated as follows: • Two (2) minutes – Reading time outside of the exam room • Eight (8) minutes – Interaction or performance time inside of the room.
A. The results are sent to the candidates within 6 weeks of their exam date via email which will also detail the next steps in their IQNM journey. If you passed OSCE you will be eligible to apply for registration and the steps to apply will be in your IQNM dashboard.
A. Candidates who fail the RN OSCE can apply to re-sit the examination as soon as they have received their result notification. Firstly, by ensuring the fee for their next OSCE has been paid via the IQNM dashboard. Once the IQNM exam team are notified of your payment, you will be sent the booking selection email, and this will include the dates of the next available examinations.
