Auckland,
New Zealand
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Registered Nurse Competence Training Scheme (for NZ registered nurses) in Napier New Zealand | Eastern Institute of Technology
Eastern Institute of Technology
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Napier New Zealand
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
NZD
71,750
(c. USD42,125.21)
Attendance
Full-time
The Registered Nurse Competence Training Scheme is a Level 7 course, featuring two weeks of theoretical instruction and five weeks of practical training. The program combines in-person classroom sessions with online learning components. Its primary objective is to assist registered nurses in meeting the Nursing Council of New Zealand's competency standards for registration within the Registered Nurse Scope of Practice. Participants receive comprehensive guidance throughout their studies, with the program specifically structured to: Deliver knowledge about New Zealand's healthcare framework.
Educate on culturally safe nursing practices.
Explain the legal statutes and regulations governing nursing in New Zealand.
Arrange suitable supervised clinical experiences.
Offer international nurses a Competence Assessment Program fulfilling Nursing Council registration criteria.
Create a re-entry pathway for New Zealand-registered nurses returning to active practice.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
An interview may be part of the application process.
The academic entry criteria for the Registered Nurse Competence Training Scheme is a Bachelor degree in Nursing (or equivalent).
Overseas registered nurses are required to provide:
Evidence of an appropriate visa for the duration of the programme;
Evidence of Nursing Council of New Zealand Nursing Registration/Enrolment Verification form and decision letter recommending completion of a competency-based, integrated theory and practice programme;
Evidence of serology results indicating immunity;
Current Curriculum Vitae including details of education, qualifications, registration and career summary; and
Evidence of a police check from country of origin, as well as any country in which they have worked.
Preferential selection criteria may apply as follows:
For New Zealand registered nurses, preference may be given to applicants who have been out of practice for fewer than 10 years.
For overseas registered nurses, preference may be given to applicants who have a minimum of two years’ paid registered nurse experience in the last three years.
Tuition
NZD
71,750