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Competency Assessment Programme - Registered Nurse

  • Non-Award

Obtain a current practicing certificate to work as an registered nurse in New Zealand.

Key details

Degree Type
Non-Award
Duration
9 weeks full-time
Course Code
G21134-STRU

About this course

This intensive programme comprises of three weeks of theory and includes study in ethics, regulations in New Zealand, quality assurance, cultural safety and preparation for clinical practice and a practical clinical component which runs for six weeks.

Please note: New Zealand nurses require a letter from Nursing Council of New Zealand (NCNZ) confirming scope and eligibility for a Competency Assessment Programme

Internationally qualified nurses please note: this programme will accept internationally qualified nurses who currently hold an approved registration in a country other than New Zealand. Internationally qualified nurses require a current visa or other evidence of right to study in New Zealand, with the appropriate letter to allow entry to the clinical workplace.

Applications are accepted subject to the availability of suitable clinical placement.

Funding for this course is available from Te Whatu Ora | Health New Zealand to approved domestic and international applicants. Find out more here.

Intake starts Applications close 9 August 13 June 11 October 11 August

Career pathways

After completion of the theory and clinical components and having successfully met the Nursing Council of New Zealand's competencies for registration, you may apply to the Nursing Council of New Zealand for a current practicing certificate.