The Australian Nursing & Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC) recently introduced two new initiatives aimed at supporting overseas-born nursing and midwifery graduates and applicants in the skills assessment process.
Gradready: Fast-Tracking Modified Skills Assessment
Launched on November 8, 2024, the Gradready initiative allows overseas-born nursing and midwifery graduates who have completed their education in Australia to apply for a Modified Skills Assessment as soon as they finish their course requirements. With Gradready, applicants can enter the ANMAC queue for assessment while they await registration from the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). Once AHPRA registration is granted, the assessment process with ANMAC can be quickly finalized, expediting pathways to professional practice.
Gradready Eligibility Requirements:
- Applicants must have submitted an AHPRA registration application and will need to provide their application date in the Modified Assessment form.
- Applicants must be residing in Australia.
Please note that while the Modified Assessment application can be submitted, it will not be finalized until ANMAC receives the official AHPRA certificate of registration.
GuideME: Expert Guidance for Applicants
Another recent launch, on November 1, 2024, the GuideME initiative offers personalized support for applicants, migration agents, and employers navigating the skills assessment process. For a fee of $195 AUD, individuals can schedule a 30-minute phone consultation with an ANMAC expert, gaining valuable, tailored insights to enhance their application readiness and compliance.
For more information on both initiatives, visit the ANMAC website.