Global Citizen Exchange Programme 2021-22, now open for Sri Lanka!
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Global Citizen Exchange Programme (GCEP) presents Overseas Nurses Carers Programme which is an initiative of Key 2 Care Health Solutions with Key 2 Learning College, Australia in collaboration with Royal Freemasons’ Benevolent Institute, Australia, sponsored by AIESEC and supported by Business Advisory Group for Sri Lanka. The program is now open for 2021-22 for qualified Sri Lankan nurses.
KEY 2 CARE HEALTH SOLUTIONS
Key 2 Care Health Solutions is an innovative Australian company providing professional consultancy services.
The company specialise in auditing and advisory for industry quality, regulatory adherence and compliance and work with organisations to develop efficient, best practice models that ensure the highest level of care.
As an organisation, Key2Care provides services on a National basis and support clients in both Metropolitan and Regional centres in all States and Territories throughout Australia.
David Samuel, Director & CEO of Business Advisory Group
KEY 2 LEARNING COLLEGE
Key 2 Learning College, established in 2009. Preferred supplier for aged care graduates in the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and New South Wales (NSW) is an approved CRICOS provider (03644F) and part of ACT Skilled Capital programme, and NSW Smart and Skilled programme.
Key 2 Learning is an innovative institute that also providing professional consultancy, vocational training and research, and development services.
Michael Bermejo, Director of Key 2 Care, parent company of Key 2 Learning pointed out, “the difference is our ability to contextualise 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. We have qualified and highly experienced trainers and assessors who have direct industry experience. In this instance, we are delighted to extend this programme 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”.
Frank Price CEO of RFBI, Australia
AIESEC AUSTRALIA
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 programmes in business and leadership.
ROYAL FREEMASONS’ BENEVOLENT INSTITUTION (RFBI), AUSTRALIA
RFBI was founded in 1880 to assist those in need at a time when there were no Government funded social welfare programs. 141 years later, RFBI still pride themselves in fulfilling this role through provision of aged care services, and through their benevolence and annuity programmes.
Over recent years, RFBI has responded to the issue of Australia’s aging population and diversified its caring and benevolent role in the community with the development of aged care services. RFBI own and operate residential care and retirement villages, providing comfortable and attractive homes for older Australians as well as home care services, enabling people to live safely in their own homes for longer. RFBI was awarded Provider of Year in 2019 and was a HESTA Award finalist in 2021.
Frank Price, CEO of RFBI pointed out, “We are delighted to be partnering with Key 2 Care Health Solutions and their Global Citizen Exchange Program.
This is a wonderful programme that will assist many young nurses to experience the Australia way of life, learn about the Australian health and aged care systems, and open many doors for them for the future.
We are particularly interested in welcoming nurses from Sri Lanka into this program as it is our experience that they are highly skilled, well educated, good natured, and passionate about helping people.”
WHAT IS OVERSEAS NURSES CARERS PROGRAM?
An opportunity for bachelor or diploma qualified nurses, who 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, should study for a Certificate III in Individual Support (3-months intensive online in Sri Lanka with mandatory 120-hours work placement in Australia). Applicants must have an IELTS of no band less than 5.5 in the academic stream. Upon completion of the course and mandatory placement, nursing carers will have them placed in regional NSW although other locations in Australia might be considered.
Michael Bermejo, Director of Key 2 Care Health Solutions, Australia
Driving licence is desirable and Covid-19 vaccination is mandatory (vaccines approved by the Australian authorities).
Key 2 Care is partnering with AIESEC (the sponsor): 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. AIESEC Australia has an agreement with Australian immigration for the reciprocal promotion of Youth activities for international youths and Australian youth.
The Overseas Nurses Carers Program 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 –entry level qualification to work in aged care in Australia. Course will be delivered online by Key 2 Learning College to successfully enrolled candidates. Candidates will get support with visa application/lodgement, mandatory 120-hours work placement with meals and accommodation (for a-month), followed by assistance with job placements, continuous professional skills training. After job placement, free accommodation for up to 6 months – limited offer for the exclusive programme offered only by Key 2 Care Health Solutions, Australia.
WHY SRI LANKAN NURSES?
Sri Lanka nurses have been selected due to generally recognised academic and English skills.
Sri Lanka bachelor degree qualified nurses might be entitled to apply for Australian registered nurse registration under the streamline stream B program. 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
Nurses must undertake the designated courses and study requirements (CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support). Must be willing to work in regional NSW and/or rural areas of Australia to enhance their employment prospects and comply with all visa requirements.
Nurses must cooperate with AIESEC and Key 2 Care Health Solutions personnel at all times and must sign and adhere to all the requirements of the Nursing Carers Program Agreement.
WHY AQF CHC33015 CERTIFICATE III – INDIVIDUAL SUPPORT IS ESSENTIAL?
An Australian qualification is generally internationally recognised; as well the Australian health care system is considered one of the best in the world. Accordingly, Cert III-Individual Support is considered as entry level qualification in Australia to work as personal carer or nursing aid.
A pathway qualification to other courses with Key 2 Learning College or any university subject to candidate demonstrating his/her genuinety as a student.
Course will be provided in an advanced format only for nurses and fully undertaken over 3-months virtually for theoretical component of the course. Thereafter, upon arrival in Australia, candidates shall undertake 1-week practical skills and 120 hours work placement (unpaid) at leading Australian aged care facility.
The full course outline including units of study will be provided to candidates prior to commencement of programme.
WORK OPPORTUNITIES
Nurses are entitled to work full time under the provision of the visa (38 hours a week). Key 2 Care Health Solutions will prepare a dossier of each nurse upon commencement of the programme and promote the dossier across network of aged care providers and meet and discuss work opportunities with nurses upon arrival in Australia and prior or during commencement of work placement activities Will assist nurses to facilitate interviews with aged care providers and other necessary assistance as part of the programme and provide ongoing support for nurses during the 12-months programme.
Nurses can earn approximately AUD 26.50 per hours and work full time (38 hours per week). The hourly rate can increase significantly with overtime and shift.
TEMPORARY ACTIVITY VISA 408 – SPECIAL PROGRAMME
The Temporary Activity Visa (408) – Special Program – AIESEC Global Youth Program (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 Program (Volunteer Programme) qualifies as an approved special program. The conditions of the 408 visa are outlined in the Australia immigration website: www.immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/temporary-activity-408
Some of the more relevant conditions are: Nurses must be 18-30 years of age, the stay is limited to 12 months and Nurses can work full time during the stay.
Nurses must be supported or sponsored and 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 and education career. Experience a new culture, make new friends and visit exciting new places. Apply to become an Australian registered nurse if you meet the underlying criteria. Be fully supported in all these activities by Key 2 Care Health Solutions.
BUSINESS ADVISORY GROUP / AnEducator in Sri Lanka have been appointed as Key 2 Care’s and Key 2 Learning’s exclusive partner in Sri Lanka and the programme has been promoted through approved partners.
For more details, please contact: David Samuel, Director/CEO,
Business Advisory Group. Email:
David.Samuel@bizzadvisorygroup.com.au