Information
The following links may be helpful to you while navigating your journey to registration in Aotearoa, New Zealand.
Useful links
The following links may be helpful to you while navigating your journey to registration in Aotearoa, New Zealand.
Emergency information
If you have an emergency and need a quick response from the Police, the Fire Service, Ambulance or Search and Rescue, dial 111. This is a free phone call if you are in New Zealand. The following links may also be helpful.
Nursing in Aotearoa New Zealand - the registration process
Information for internationally qualified nurses (IQNs) about the process of registering for nursing in Aotearoa, New Zealand.
Received an invitation to book your course and assessment online?
Once you have successfully progressed your registration you will receive an invitation to book the orientation and preparation course (OPC) and the objective structured clinical examination (OSCE)
Orientation and Preparation Course (OPC)
The orientation and preparation course (OPC) is a two-day course for candidates held at the University of Canterbury prior to the Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE).
The Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE)
This is a three-hour clinical competence assessment, which will take place in the Nurse Maude Simulation & Assessment Centre
Travel & Accommodation Information
Learn more about our revitalised city in the heart of Aotearoa New Zealand's South Island. The city is home to a diverse natural playground, wide open spaces, modern architecture and heritage buildings
Questions or queries?
For all questions or queries regarding your registration for OSCE and OPC, please refer to the
Nursing Council of New Zealand.
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New Zealand