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New Zealand OSCE

Trains internationally qualified nurses to prepare for the Objective Structured Clinical Examination required for nursing registration in New Zealand.

Start your journey toward nursing registration in New Zealand with expert OSCE preparation and hands-on training.

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Delivery Mode :

Online/Offline

Duration :

5 days

Locations :

MWT Academy Kottayam

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Introduction

The OSCE is a well-established method of assessing competence and is used in internationally qualified nurse registration processes in multiple countries including Australia, Canada, and the United Kingdom. In Aotearoa New Zealand, it objectively assesses competence across the domains outlined in the registered nurse scope of practice. The OSCE assesses the application of your clinical knowledge and skills in practice to ensure you can provide safe competent care as a nurse in Aotearoa New Zealand.

New Zealand OSCE Exam for Nurses

Nurse Maude has been contracted by the Nursing Council of New Zealand as the national provider of new Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCE) for internationally qualified Nurses (IQNs). This replaces the current competence assessment programmes (CAPs). Nurse Maude is a non-profit organisation that is a trusted and longstanding provider of healthcare services.

The Clinical Competence Assessment Process

This is a two-day orientation and preparation course followed on a separate day by a three-hour clinical examination known as an Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE).

The orientation and preparation course and the OSCE take place in person at a Nursing Council-approved simulation & assessment centre in Christchurch, New Zealand.

  • The OSCE assesses the candidate’s applied nursing knowledge, communication, and safe clinical practice at the level of a New Zealand-registered nurse.
  • You must complete 10 OSCE scenarios (stations) in 120 minutes. Twelve minutes are allocated per station with two minutes for reading the instructions, eight minutes to complete each scenario and two minutes for movement between stations (2+8+2 minutes per station).
  • If you do not pass the OSCE, you can re-sit the exam two more times.

Why Choose MWT Academy?

  • Expert Faculty: Learn from experienced professionals who are experts in OSCE training and Australian nursing standards.
  • Comprehensive Curriculum: Gain in-depth knowledge and hands-on training tailored to meet the exact requirements of the OSCE.
  • State-of-the-Art Facilities: Practice in simulated clinical environments equipped with modern tools and technology.
  • Personalized Coaching: Receive individualized attention to strengthen your skills and boost your confidence.
  • Mock OSCE Sessions: Prepare with real-life scenarios to ensure you are exam ready.

The orientation and preparation course and the OSCE are delivered by the Nurse Maude Simulation & Assessment Centre in Christchurch.

Clinical Competence Assessment

The clinical competence assessment includes:

  • A two-day orientation and preparation course (OPC), and
  • An objective structured clinical examination (OSCE).

The Purpose OSCE

  • Is designed to assess your ability to apply your nursing knowledge and skills in a simulated clinical setting
  • Is set at the level of a registered nurse as they enter the profession
  • Will not assess advanced nursing or specialist skills
  • Will relate to current best practices in Aotearoa New Zealand

This is a regulatory assessment. This means that:

  • You will not receive any coaching, prompting, feedback or further explanations of the required knowledge and skills for nursing practice from the examiners before, during or after the OSCE.
  • You must demonstrate the skills rather than just verbalise your actions.

OSCE at MWT Academy Kottayam

This training is suitable for internationally qualified nurses and healthcare professionals aiming to meet New Zealand’s competency standards for practice. The program equips candidates with the tools needed to achieve success in their OSCE and embark on their professional journey in New Zealand.

The New Zealand OSCE (Objective Structured Clinical Examination) training is a comprehensive program designed to prepare healthcare professionals for their OSCE assessments, which are a crucial part of the process to practice nursing or related healthcare roles in New Zealand. This training provides in-depth preparation, focusing on the following:

  • Expert Faculty
  • Hands-On Training
  • Comprehensive Curriculum
  • Focus on Cultural Safety
  • State-of-the-Art Facilities
  • Mock OSCEs
  • Structured Practice Sessions
  • Skill Development
  • Feedback and Coaching
  • Time Management Strategies
  • Confidence Building
  • Communication support will be provided for every student throughout training
  • Continuous WhatsApp support until examination
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