Key 2Care Health Solutions now open for Sri Lanka
View(s):Overseas Nurses Carers programme, a Key 2 Care Health Solutions and Key 2 Learning College initiative in collaboration with AIESEC now open for Sri Lanka!
Key 2 Care Health Solutions
Michael Bermejo, Director of Key 2 Care Health Solutions, Australia
Key2Care Health Solutions is an established Australian organisation providing an integrated advisory, compliance, training and staffing support services to the health care sector. Key2Care Health Solutions team provides residential facilities and organisations with operational support and management of income streams to assist organisations to provide comprehensive care focused outcomes.
The extensive network within the industry also provides a wealth of resources that is happily shared with clients so that the best workout is achieved in the most efficient manner possible.Key2 Care Health Solutions is focussed on helping facilities and their teams to deliver the best possible care to residents and empowers the teams to give their very best with improved resources to change the real living standards of Ageing Australians.
As an organisation, Key2Care Health Solutions provides services on a National basis and will support clients in both Metropolitan and Regional centres in all States and Territories throughout Australia.
KEY 2 LEARNING COLLEGE
Key 2 Learning College, established in 2009, is a division of Key 2 Care Health Solutions. Key 2 Learning College is the preferred supplier for aged care graduates for many aged care facilities in the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and now New South Wales (NSW). Key 2 Learning College is an approved CRICOS provider (03644F) and part of ACT Skilled Capital programme, and NSW Smart and Skilled programme. Key 2 Learning College is an innovative institute that also provides professional development training, vocational accredited and non-accredited training and other related services.
Michael Bermejo, Director of Key 2 Care Health Solutions, parent company of Key 2 Learning College pointed out, “the difference is our ability to contextualize training and consultancy to meet your needs. We have experience in continuous improvement, management and service provision across a range of sectors in aged care, health, mental health, disability and education. We believe consultation and partnership are integral to improved outcomes for all.
David Samuel, Director & CEO, Business Advisory Group
We have qualified and highly experienced trainers and assessors who have direct industry experience. In this instance, we are delighted to extend this program to welcome Sri Lankan Nursing Carers to be part of the volunteer program to further enhance their skills, knowledge and importantly experience the Australian way of life by integrating with Australian and multicultural community live in Australia”.
Key 2 Learning College,as the preferred supplier to aged care organisations, has had a high success for placing graduates into aged roles. This makes Key 2 Learning the provider of choice for health and community services courses.
WHAT IS OVERSEAS NURSES CARERS PROGRAM?
- An exciting opportunity for Bachelor or Diploma levelqualified nurses that wish to study, work and experience life in Australia as personal carers.
- The programme enhances work experience and leadership skills in Australia and, candidates can use their Australian credentials and experience to open doors to international employment opportunities.
- Special sponsored visa for 12 months duration with unrestricted employment.
- Nurse applicants must be 18-30 years of age.
- Study for a Certificate III in Individual Support including work placement at a leading Australian aged care organisation.
- Applicants must have an IELTS of no band less than 5.5 in the academic stream.
- Assistance in securing job opportunities in remote/rural locations in Australia – NSW / South East Queensland / Victoria / South Australia.
Key 2 Care Health Solutions is partnering with AIESEC (the sponsor).AIESEC is an international youth-run, non-governmental and not-for-profit organisation founded in 1948 and based in Geneva that provides young people with leadership development, cross-cultural internships, and global volunteer exchange experiences. AIESEC youth programs are mainstream programs in business and leadership.
AIESEC Australia has an agreement with Australian immigration for the reciprocal promotion of Youth activities for international youths and Australian youth.
AIESEC Australia Global Youth Exchange Program (Volunteer Programme) is a special cultural exchange programme managed by AIESEC Australia and approved by the Australian Government.
The Overseas Nurses Carers Program is an extension of the AIESEC Global Youth Exchange Program (Volunteer Program) and specially designed for nurses that want to work in the aged care and health sectors.
The Overseas Nurses Carers Programme provides skill sets and support services that are in addition to the Global Youth Exchange Program. These additional skills and support services are essential to the success of the program and comprise as follows;
- CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support – level entry qualification to work in aged care in Australia.
- Work placement sourcing including meals and accommodation.
- Visa application and lodgement.
- Assistance with securing job employment opportunities.
- Professional skills training.
THIS IS AN EXCLUSIVE PROGRAMME OFFERED ONLY BY KEY 2 CARE HEALTH SOLUTIONS, AUSTRALIA
WHY SRI LANKAN NURSES?
n Sri Lanka nurses have been selected due to generally recognised academic and English skills.
n Sri Lanka bachelor degree qualified nurses might be entitled to apply for Australian registered nurse registration under the streamline stream B program subject to meeting all registration standards.
n Sri Lanka nurses are recognised as having a caring and compassionate attitude towards the elderly and are likely to adapt well into aged care facilities in Australia.
ELIGIBILITY
n Nurses must undertake the designated courses and study requirements.
n Nurses must be willing to work in regional and/or rural areas of Australia to enhance their employment prospects.
n Nurses must comply with all visa requirements.
n Nurses must cooperate with AIESEC and Key 2 Care Health Solutions personnel at all times.
n Nurses must sign and adhere to all the requirements of the Nursing Carers Program Agreement.
WHY AQF CHC33015 CERTIFICATE III – INDIVIDUAL SUPPORT IS ESSENTIAL?
- Australian Qualification internationally recognised – Australian health care system is recognised as one of the best if the world.
- Entry level qualification in Australia for work as personal carer or nursing aid.
- Pathway qualification to other courses with Key 2 Learning College or university – demonstrate candidate is genuine student.
- Course is provided in an advanced format only for nurses.
- Course undertaken over 3 months online for theoretical component of the course.
- Course undertaken in Australia for 1 week practical skills and 120 hours work placement (unpaid) at leading Australian aged care facility.
- Full course outline including units of study to be provided to candidates prior to commencement of programme.
WORK OPPORTUNITIES
- Nurses are entitled to work full time under the provision of the visa.
- Key 2 Care Health Solutions will prepare a dossier of each nurse upon commencement of the program and promote the dossier across network of aged care providers.
- Key 2 Care Health Solutions will meet and discuss work opportunities with nurses upon arrival in Australia and prior or during commencement of work placement activities.
- Key 2 Care Health Solutions will assist nurses to facilitate interviews with aged care providers and other necessary assistance as part of the programme.
- Key 2 Care Health Solutions will provide ongoing support for nurses during the 12 months program.
- Nurses can earn between $20/hr-$25/hr and work full time (38 hours per week). The hourly rate can increase significantly with overtime and shift.
OPPORTUNITIES AFTER 12 MONTH
- Nurses can elect to undertake further studies with Key 2 Learning College or universities.
- Nurses might be entitled to seek regional or State sponsorship as an aged care worker provided they meet strict sponsorship requirements such as having a diploma qualification.
- Nurses can apply for work opportunities in other countries. Personal care workers (aged care, disability, etc.) are in high demand internationally.
- Diploma or Bachelor degree qualified nurses might be entitled to apply for registration in Australia as an enrolled nurse or registered nurse under the streamlined Stream B registration program provided that they meet the Registration Standards including English proficiency. Key 2 Care Health Solutions can assist with this process.
DISCLAIMER – Key 2 Care Health Solutions, Key 2 Learning College and Business Advisory Group make no representation as to the employment or migration outcomes of nurses applying under this programme. The information is provided only as a reference and nurses must seek their own independent advice.
TEMPORARY ACTIVITY VISA 408 – SPECIAL PROGRAMME
- The Temporary Activity Visa (408) – Special Program – AIESEC Global Youth Programme (Volunteer Programme)’ is a visa that allows nurses to stay in Australia to take part in an approved special programme. Special programs can include youth exchange, cultural enrichment or community programmes, school language assistants or “gap year school volunteering”. The AIESEC Global Youth Programme (Volunteer Programme) qualifies as an approved special programme.
- The conditions of the 408 visa are outlined in the Australia immigration website:
l www.immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/temporary-activity-408
n Some of the more relevant conditions are:
l Nurses must be 18-30 years of age.
l The stay is limited to 12 months.
l Nurses can work full time during the stay.
- Nurses must be supported or sponsored.
- Nurse must have an invitation to participate in a special program.
- Nurses must abide by all the conditions of the visa including participating in AIESEC cultural workshops and related training activities.
- Nurses must meet GTE and financial requirements to live in Australia as part of the visa application process.
KEY BENEFITS
- Gain an internationally recognised qualification in aged care – one of the most in demand occupations worldwide.
- Learn high in demand skills and improve your English communication skills.
- Experience Australia and open a gateway to new opportunities in Australia and worldwide.
- Earn and learn during your stay in Australia.
- Further your international career.
- Further your education career.
- Experience a new culture, make new friends and visit exciting new places.
- Apply to become an Australian enrolled nurse or registered nurse if you meet the underlying criteria.
- Be fully supported in all these activities by Key 2 Care Health Solutions.
BUSINESS ADVISORY GROUP in Sri Lanka has been appointed as Key 2 Care Health Solution exclusive partner in Sri Lanka and the programme has been promoted through two of their approved partners – International Education Experts (info@ieduexperts.com) and The Bridge Foreign Education Consultancy (harshi@bridgefec.com).
For more details, please contact: David Samuel, Director/CEO, Business Advisory Group. Email: David.Samuel@bizzadvisorygroup.com.au