As we celebrate 50 years of NAIDOC Week in 2025, the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC) proudly stands alongside Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities in recognising the enduring contributions of First Nations nurses and midwives - past, present and emerging.

From 1 July 2025, ANMAC is expanding the eligibility criteria under the Full Skills Assessment to support more internationally qualified registered nurses (IQRNs) seeking skilled migration to Australia.

This update reflects ANMAC’s commitment to providing accessible, transparent assessment options for internationally trained nurses and midwives.

What’s changed?

Applicants who are currently or previously registered in one of the following countries may now be eligible to complete a Full Skills Assessment before gaining Ahpra registration:

The Board and staff of the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC) extend our condolences on the passing of Dr Sally Goold OAM - a proud Wiradjuri woman, trailblazer in First Nations nursing, matriarch of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health leadership, and tireless advocate for health equity.

Sally was the first Aboriginal student nurse to train at the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, overcoming significant barriers to become the first Aboriginal Registered Nurse in New South Wales.

National Reconciliation Week is a time for all Australians to reflect on our shared histories, cultures and achievements, and to explore how we can each contribute to reconciliation.

The dates commemorate two significant milestones, the 1967 Referendum and the 1992 Mabo decision and remind us that reconciliation is not a one-off moment, but a collective journey of truth-telling, healing and meaningful action.

This year’s theme, Bridging Now to Next, speaks to the importance of honouring the past while shaping a future built on respect, equity and justice.

We are pleased to welcome Elizabeth Grinston to the ANMAC Board. As a highly accomplished legal professional with a distinguished career spanning private practice, government, and the not-for-profit sector, Elizabeth brings deep expertise in governance, regulation, and service delivery across a range of complex industries.

Earlier this week, ANMAC proudly attended the ACT Nursing Careers Expo - an excellent opportunity to engage with aspiring and practising health professionals.

Our team was on hand to explain our role in assessing the skills of internationally qualified nurses, midwives, and direct care workers, and to provide insights into how ANMAC accredits nursing and midwifery programs across Australia.

Happy New Year! The ANMAC Skilled Migrant Application Portal is officially OPEN! Start your journey toward an exciting healthcare career in Australia and make this year one of opportunity and success.

Application Options

The Assessment Team is available between 10am and 4pm (AEST) Monday to Friday and on +61 2 6257 7960. Alternatively, you can email skilledmigration@anmac.org.au

Attention all applicants! 

The ANMAC Skilled Migrant Application Portal will be closing over the holiday period. 

Important dates: 

Portal Closes: Wednesday, December 18, 2024 

Portal Re-opens: Wednesday, January 8, 2025