Assess the starting point
Review relevant study, work experience and goals before suggesting a next step.
We connect international care talent with Australian training and workforce opportunities, one considered step at a time.
A background in care is a starting point. We help people and organisations understand the next steps: what skills are already there, what Australian training may be needed, and how to prepare for real workplace expectations.
How we work with candidatesReview relevant study, work experience and goals before suggesting a next step.
Explore assessment, recognition of prior learning and training options with Australian providers.
Build readiness for English, care practice and the expectations of Australian employers.
Every person and partner is different. These stages show how a pathway could be explored; each step depends on the individual and the relevant provider or employer.
Nursing or care-related learning and experience gained overseas.
Gather documents and identify areas for further assessment or training.
An Australian RTO may assess RPL, credit transfer or suitable training. The RTO makes its own decisions.
Build English, practical and workplace readiness relevant to Australian care settings.
Explore opportunities with participating care employers when suitable roles are available.
Where applicable, an eligible employer and qualified adviser can consider relevant pathways. No visa outcome is guaranteed.
Training, employment and visa decisions are made by the responsible provider, employer and Australian authorities.
If you have studied or worked in nursing or care overseas, we can start by understanding your background and goals. The right pathway may include formal assessment, further training and workplace preparation.
Share your education and care work background
Understand possible assessment and training gaps
Discuss realistic next steps and timing
QOPPA is developing connections across education, training and the care workforce. We welcome conversations with organisations that want to explore a practical, responsible model.

Discuss candidate preparation, nursing and care learning backgrounds, and English readiness.
Explore appropriate assessment, RPL and training options under each provider’s own requirements.
Discuss workforce needs, candidate readiness and potential opportunities where there is a suitable match.
QOPPA is developing an Australia–China care workforce pathway focused on thoughtful preparation and meaningful industry connection. We bring people into the same conversation: candidates, educators, training providers and employers.
Our work is at a development stage. We are speaking with potential partners and shaping a model that respects each organisation’s role and requirements.
Tell us whether you are exploring a care career, an education partnership or an Australian workforce connection.