Why Choose Nursing in Australia?

Nurses are consistently featured at the top of the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL). Whether you are a Registered Nurse (Aged Care), a Critical Care Nurse, or a Mental Health Nurse, your skills are in massive demand across both major cities and regional areas.

Beyond immigration benefits, registered nurses in Australia enjoy excellent starting salaries (averaging AUD 75,000 to AUD 90,000+ per year), flexible working hours, and highly respected social status.

The Standard PR Pathway for Nursing Graduates

If you are starting your studies from scratch, the journey looks like this:

1. Complete a Recognised Degree: Enroll in a Bachelor of Nursing or Master of Nursing (Practice) approved by the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC).

2. English Proficiency: Achieve the required English scores (usually IELTS 7.0 across all bands or PTE 65).

3. AHPRA Registration: Register with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) to become a recognized Registered Nurse (RN).

4. Skills Assessment: Obtain a positive skills assessment from ANMAC.

5. Apply for PR: Lodge your Expression of Interest (EOI) for the Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189), Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190), or Skilled Work Regional Visa (Subclass 491).

The Regional Advantage

If you study and work as a nurse in a designated regional area—such as regional Western Australia, South Australia, or the Northern Territory—you can claim an additional 5 to 15 points on your PR application and benefit from priority processing.

Ready to start your healthcare career? Everest Global Education partners with Australia’s top nursing institutions. Visit our offices in Pokhara or Perth to find the perfect nursing course for you!

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