Study Abroad 2 for Filipino Nurses in the Philippines to be Hosted by IDP Philippines and JRooz Review Center

IDP Philippines and JRooz Review Center will host its second Study Abroad seminar on November 23, 2013 in Cebu City.  The following topics are to be discussed in the event:

- education options – entry/application requirements for courses

– student visa requirements

– school and student visa application procedures

Moreover, JRooz Review Center, one of the most reputable review centers for IELTS in the country, will also provide free orientation to attendees. Discounts, review scholarship, and giveaways will also be given. For more information, please visit http://www.jroozreview.com/jrooz-ielts-2nd-idp-abroad-seminar/.

Changes to the NCLEX and IELTS for Nurses

This is a repost of an article from Allvoices.com (user:stephaniegomez) about the changes of the NCLEX and IELTS - a must read for nurses.

Here's a summary:

Passing rate has changed from -0.16 logits to 0.00 logits. This change will take effect from April 1, 2013 until March 31, 2016.

The IELTS score required is still dependent on the institution and the state. Better check it with the institution first prior to taking the exam. You can read more about the IELTS requirements at http://rayearthnurse.blogspot.com/2013/11/ielts-requirements-in-philippines.html.

Read the full article at Allvoices at http://www.allvoices.com/contributed-news/15810511-changes-to-the-nclex-and-ielts-and-its-impact-on-filipino-nurses.

IELTS Requirements in the Philippines

Source: inquirer.net

The popularity of the IELTS or the International English Language Testing System examination is known to a lot of nationalities, most especially to Filipinos. The IELTS has been a very important part of the requirements Filipinos need to submit to the companies and academic institutions they are applying for. The need for an IELTS certificate to verify one’s expertise in the usage of the English language in its four core skills – reading, listening, speaking and writing - is a crucial requirement they have to complete. This is the very reason why Filipinos are preparing to take the IELTS examination by getting involved in classes and trainings in an IELTS review center.

In registering for the IELTS examination, there are certain requirements that one has to take note of. First off, candidates should know that there are two agencies that offer the IELTS examination – British Council and IDP. Both agencies deliver the same examination, but they have different fees charged to their applicants.

For the British Council, the candidate needs the following upon enrolment: a valid ID or a passport (valid IDs can be government IDs like SSS, GSIS, and TIN), a soft copy of your photographs, a copy of your previous IELTS test report for retakers, a valid VISA or MasterCard for online payments and a soft copy of the ID you will be using to register. For IDP, prepare your valid IDs, a photocopy of the ID you will be using, and two pieces of passport-sized photographs. About their IELTS fee, British Council charges Php 8986 and IDP costs Php 8900. The British Council charges a little higher because they give some review materials for their candidates. However, the exam content is still the same, so candidates need not worry if they have a different exam with candidates who registered for IDP.

The IELTS test is conveniently offered in different test locations here in the Philippines. IELTS is available in cities like Manila, Cebu, Davao, Baguio, Iloilo, Cagayan de Oro, Naga, Cabanatuan, Tagaytay, Batangas, Pampanga and Lipa. Tests are usually delivered thrice a month in Manila, and once or twice in other cities. The best thing to know about these schedules is to check them online in IDP and British Council’s website for the availability of the test.

It is best for candidates to ask help from IELTS review centers to check the availability of exam dates. Moreover, IELTS review centers will double check all the candidates’ requirements for the exam registration. Visit the best IELTS review center near you and be ready for the IELTS examination.

Visa Screen Requirements for Nurses from CGFNS

It is not really unexpected why more people choose to work abroad than here in the Philippines. People have always found it better to work in other countries not only because of the better salary packages offered but also with the experience of visiting another country. When we say people working abroad, the first profession that comes into mind is the nursing practitioners. Indeed, nursing is a very popular undergraduate degree program. In the Philippines, it is one of the preferred choices of college or university students since its demand abroad has always been high and almost never ending. However, it is important for individuals to know that there are processes one must undergo before they can get a visa and even work overseas especially in the United States of America. 

The Visa Screening for Nurses from CGFNS or the Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools is one process one must undergo. The Visa Credentials Assessment is made up of an education analysis, licensure validation, English language proficiency assessment and an examination of nursing knowledge.

1. Educational analysis

This is to validate that the individual has acquired education in nursing that is comparable with the US graduates in the same field – nursing. Students should have completed secondary education, graduated from a government-approved institution and has received theoretical instruction hours and clinical practice hours in nursing care for child and adults, maternity and infant care, and psychiatric or mental health nursing.

2. Licensure validation

This is conducted to evaluate the individual’s licenses, certificates, diplomas that have been issued to the applicant. This is to ensure that all licenses are still valid and have not been revoked.

3. An Exam of Nursing Knowledge

The individual applying for occupational visa must reach the target score on either CGFNS Exam or the NCLEX-RN to provide their vast knowledge in the nursing field.

4. Eligibility review

This is to verify the successful completion of the NCLEX-RN or state board test pool exam. In addition, candidates are asked to have one passport-size photograph signed on the front and certified English translation of documents which are not in English.

5. English language proficiency assessment

Nurses are required to take the IELTS Academic format and is expected to get an overall band score (OBS) of 6.5 with a score of 7 in the IELTS speaking section.

These are the requirements one must be able to present when having the visa screen application. Documents and English proficiency exam are needed and should be completed to process the application.

Competent Tips That Will Certainly Boost Your Chances of Being Employed in Foreign Countries

Great income - one of the primary good reasons why men and women work. Let us be practical that folks select work based upon precisely how actually they pay. Some might identify this realistic but individuals desire to work obtain items that they need and want. However, having a beneficial occupation in the Philippines can be a fairly tough undertaking. It is usually a little difficult to locate work that will fit the bill and even match your expected salary. That is why most people hope to get a far better job opportunity in countries abroad. Organizations offshore provide encouraging salary packages that will surely make Filipinos strive harder to have that job. On the other hand, coming into the global market can be a task. Consequently, one must know some ways on how to boost their chances from getting recruited.



To begin with, one must set his or her objectives. Lay your targets about what kind of businesses that you would like to work for. If one is able to outline his or her aims, targeting on the firms that you want to work for will be simpler. Study about the country you are dreaming for to go to. Check out the different companies that have the work you are wanting to have.



Another tip on gaining better chance to be selected overseas is by connecting in the social networking. Weird as it may sound, but headhunters and hiring supervisors try to find possible employees over the web. Social network sites like Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and many more have helped employers know more about future hires. Following their accounts on these sites is useful as they usually post their job hiring and vacancies. Moreover, you can also be interactive with them by posting remarks on any news they post. This will make them remember you for your contributions.



In any job application, a comprehensive resume is highly recommended. Make your resume desirable. Keep in mind that you are somehow selling yourself to the firms so you have to impress hiring managers and businesses with your qualifications that will make them say. “This is the specific individual I am looking for.” Provide certificates on any tutorials you have attended or assessments like English knowledge assessments like the IELTS and the TOEFL-iBT. In addition, include any licensure tests you have and make sure the license is still legitimate. Additionally, being recruited in another country not only focuses on the abilities one has but also with the proficiency in speaking the English language. Conversing in the English language is essential and a plus to your application. Consequently, take an English skill test to add to your certification.



Knowledge, experience, connections - three key elements people must consider when planning to work offshore. Bear this in mind and you will undoubtedly be globally competitive.

A Closer Inspection at the Reproductive Health Legislation in the Philippines

One of the pressing issues the government has been dealing for a long time is how to manage the population growth in our country. Ranked as the 12th most populated country in the whole world, the Philippine population has already reached 105.72 million. According to CIA or the Central Intelligence Agency, 61% of this population is men and women from the ages 15 to 64. Based on 2009 predicted population, Manila has the most number of individuals with about 12 million persons, followed by Davao, Cebu and Zamboanga. Looking at these stats, we can say that Philippines indeed has a issue with this population growth as more and more individuals are being considered under the poverty line level. Due to this, the government has made step to make actions to control the population; so, the legislators have pushed the Reproductive Health Bill in the Senate.



The House Bill 4244, authored by Rep. Edcel Lagman, was an act that would have a comprehensive guidelines on accountable parenthood, reproductive health and population and development. As it was pressed to the Senate, it took over as Senate Bill 2865 trying to provide a national rules regarding reproductive health and population and development. Until recently is has become the Republic Act No. 10354 or also known as the Reproductive Health Law which makes certain universal access to methods, birth control method, fertility control, sexual schooling and maternal care.



Selected contraceptives would be made into an essential medicine and family planning techniques and surgical operations like ligation and vasectomy would be made available in any government hospitals. This bill would reduce the number of children in the family into two. The bill aspires to safeguard the women’s reproductive health and men would be made liable for reproductive troubles. Furthermore, youngsters would be informed regarding family planning on the 5th grade until high school. Additionally, to-be-married couples would go through family planning seminars before the issuance of their marriage contracts. To sum it up, the bill goals to manage the population for the economic progress of the country.



Studying the bill closely, citizens of this country will realize that individuals below the poverty line would be significantly damaged with this introduction. As research advocate, most Filipino families who have more than three children come from this family who have almost no income. If the government utilizes this, there will be plenty of money to be budgeted for the information drive and for the services that the residents should take advantage.

NURSES for USA (2007 – 2008 Priority Date)

 

 

MMML, a POEA licensed agency, incorporated in 1998 and has grown to currently have 25 branches all over the Philippines.  Its professionalism and systematic approach to recruitment has caused them to be awarded as the Top 4 Agency for Deployment in 2012.



MMML also prides itself to have been serving US clients and to have successfully deployed more than 200 Nurses since 2003 and more than 70 Physical Therapists since 2011.  Because of retrogression though, about 300 nurses are still in the pipeline.

Currently, a US client is looking for abandoned nurses with 2007 – 2008 USCIS Priority Dates and is ready to absorb qualified Filipino Nurses eager to fulfil their American Dream.



Qualifications:

1.       2007 – 2008 USCIS Priority Date

2.       3 Years of Relevant Work Experience in the following Areas:

·         ICU

·         NICU

·         Hemodialysis

·         ER

·         OR

3.       Visa Screen (preferred)

4.       NCLEX (preferred)

We can only process candidates w/ the abovementioned requirements.



Employment Benefits:

1.       US Deployment in 12 months

2.       EB3 Immigrant Visa – including dependents

3.       Free Airfare

4.       Free Accommodations

5.       Competitive Salary

6.       NO PLACEMENT FEES, NO PROCESSING FEES

For More Details:

Manila:

(02) 8464532

09178553477



Cebu:

(032) 2662822

09178553481



Davao:

(082) 2824479

09399082295



Or email: mmmlrecruit@hotmail.com

MMML Recruitment POEA License 101LB060807

Let’s Make Your American Dreams Come True!