NCNZ's competence pathway, explained step by step
Since December 2023, NCNZ tests competence directly instead of relying mainly on paperwork. Here's exactly what that means for your application.
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Notes on the pathway
Plain explanations of NCNZ's process, the exams, and what to expect at each stage — written from our own coaching notes, not copied from anywhere else.
OET vs IELTS for nurses: which should you sit?
NCNZ accepts both OET and IELTS Academic, with different minimum bands. Here's how to decide which one suits you.
Read moreWhat actually happens at the orientation course and OSCE
The clinical competence assessment is the stage candidates worry about most. Here's what the two days actually involve.
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