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Australia Nursing & allied health Pathway
Indian nursing and allied-health graduates can pursue Australian registration through AHPRA and the relevant national board. This page explains the assessment pathway, English requirements, what St. Mary's University (SMRU) provides and what the graduate must do. Registration is granted by AHPRA, not by SMRU.
Important: who grants registration
Registration and the licence to practise are granted by the destination country's own regulator after its own exams, checks and requirements — never by St. Mary's University. SMRU provides the qualifying Indian degree and pathway preparation; it does not guarantee a foreign licence, visa or job. Requirements change; always confirm current rules with the named regulator before relying on this page.
The regulator
Registration to practise is granted by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and the relevant national board.
The exam / assessment
AHPRA registration via the relevant board's assessment (e.g. NMBA outcomes-based assessment for nurses), with an approved English test
Realistic timeline
Typically 12–24 months, depending on the assessment pathway, English test and AHPRA processing.
What St. Mary's University provides
- A UGC-recognised degree in the relevant discipline
- English-language (IELTS/OET) preparation support
- Guidance on the AHPRA application
What you must do yourself
- Pass an approved English test
- Complete the relevant AHPRA/board assessment
- Secure an Australian visa/sponsorship independently
Plan your pathway
Talk to admissions about the SMRU degree that fits this pathway. Email reach@smru.edu.in or call +91-7331119432 (WhatsApp).
Frequently asked questions
Who grants nursing & allied health registration in Australia?
Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and the relevant national board. St. Mary's University provides the qualifying degree and pathway preparation; it does not grant the foreign registration.
What exam is required?
AHPRA registration via the relevant board's assessment (e.g. NMBA outcomes-based assessment for nurses), with an approved English test
How long does the pathway take?
Typically 12–24 months, depending on the assessment pathway, English test and AHPRA processing.
Does SMRU guarantee a licence or job abroad?
No. SMRU provides the Indian degree and preparation support only. Registration, visa and employment are decided by the destination country's regulator and authorities.