You’ve decided to make the big move, we can assure you that there won’t be any regrets. Australia is a country that’s well-known for its high quality education as well as its stability and access to economic opportunities across every industry.
Studying in Australia means that you get to earn a qualification that’s globally recognised and valued for its approach to giving you original and practical skills. We want to ensure that you’ll have access to all the information you need, from cost of living and working holiday visas to available scholarships and English language courses, in order to make studying here a positive experience.
Make sure to get in touch with us and we’ll support you with the options available to make studying and working in Australia a real and positive experience for you.
Australia offers incredible opportunities for international students. Here are the top reasons why Indian students choose Australia as their number one study abroad destination:
An Australian education is on par with the best in the world, with courses and curricula that blend practical learning, critical thinking and competencies with current relevance. Over 40 Australian Universities consistently rank among the top universities in the world, according to the QS World rankings.
Among all the developed countries, Australia has the most welcoming immigration policy. In a bid to boost the economy, the Australian Government plans to increase permanent immigration intake from the previous years, with a focus on prioritising skilled professionals. Students who study in Australia will be able to broaden their perspectives on life, and can immerse themselves in the rich cultures and traditions of this beautiful country.
Compared to other study destinations, student visas for Australia are easy to obtain. Students can also work during their period of study, and there are plenty of internships that will give them valuable work experience as well as extra funds. These part-time work opportunities will prove useful for students to offset some of their living costs. Additionally, students who are thinking of immigration can also get extra points on their PR application at a later date, if they have studied at an Australian educational institute.
Australian study programs at undergraduate level are for 3 years only, as compared to similar programs in the US and Canada. Fees are, therefore, much more affordable, making this a preferred route for many cash-strapped students. What’s more, the cost of living in Australia is lower than in the UK and USA, making it a budget-friendly choice. Students can also avail of merit-cum-means scholarships that are offered by the Government and educational institutions, and can help make life easier for those with a funding crunch.
Students can explore flexible pathways that help them connect the dots between where they are to where they want to be, in the shortest possible time. They can get credit for their current levels of learning, and undertake courses that will help them work toward their preferred specialty. Hybrid programs and partnership courses are designed to help students save money, even as they develop the core skills and qualifications required to work abroad.
Aside from your studies, living in Australia is great in all aspects. You can explore its unique and abundant natural wildlife and landscapes, multicultural communities, and renowned liveable cities with plenty of events and cultural activities to enjoy.
Australian society is made up of people from a rich variety of cultural, linguistic, and religious backgrounds. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have inhabited Australia for tens of thousands of years, and other Australians are immigrants or the descendants of immigrants who arrived within the past two hundred years.
You’ll have the option to pick from one of our campuses in Melbourne, Sydney, and Perth – cities that are globally renowned for their liveability. Melbourne is known for its culture and exciting array of events and places to visit, as well as its unpredictable weather. Sydney is Australia’s oldest city, great for beaches and impressive buildings. In Perth you’ll also have great beaches and many open spaces to relax and enjoy the constant sunny weather.
IHNA acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the country throughout Australia and recognises their continuing connection to land, waters, and culture.
We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging.
How to attract, recruit and maintain a dedicated skilled and loyal workforce in the health sector (Aged Care)
This seminar is based on research from a recent royal commission report into the aged care sector and a workforce strategy that followed. The strategy outlined a number of skill gaps across the aged care sector, including a significant lack of management & leadership knowledge and skills. This was identified across all levels of staff, including management and supervisors. Based on the workforce strategy, I have put together an educational seminar. The seminar includes a lot of practical ideas and ‘How To’ methods. The purpose of the seminar is to develop and build knowledge and skills of people working across the aged care sector.
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Bio. Kevin Egan
MBA, Adv. Dip, CIV TAE.
Kevin has lived and worked in Australia for most of his professional life. He started his career working on a factory floor. Not satisfied with factory work, he set off on a journey to create a successful life and career. This is a remarkable story of a person who was intellectually, economically and emotionally bankrupt and worked his way from obscurity to personal and business success.
During his career, Kevin has acquired a wealth of knowledge and experience working across various Australian businesses and industries. These include: local and state government, transport and logistics, retail, warehousing, sales, finance and education.
Kevin has held various positions, including senior partner, state and national management positions and senior consultant roles. He holds a Master’s degree in business administration and is a published author.
Kevin’s local business and academic skills make him the ideal speaker for this seminar.
Book a SpotDr. Bijo, the Founder, Managing Director, and CEO of HCI Australia, epitomizes a visionary leader driven by a deep passion for education, entrepreneurship, and technology. With a Master’s in Business Administration and a background in Mechanical Engineering, he brings over three decades of extensive project and business management experience to his role. Furthermore, as a member of GAICD and currently pursuing a PhD in Corporate Governance in the Educational Sector at Swinburne University, Dr. Bijo exemplifies a dedication to lifelong learning and professional excellence.
With a dedication to teaching, research, and industry consultancy he’s published over 45 referred research and conference papers and. Dr Hewege holds a PhD in Management, a Master of Business Administration Degree, and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with Honours. He’s well-regarded on a wide spectrum of research areas including corporate social responsibility, management controls of transitional economies, marketing, logistics, international business, and research methodology. Dr Hewege has also accumulated over 20 years of teaching experience on undergraduate and postgraduate levels in Australia and internationally.
Associate Professor Anthony Welch has held a number of positions in the discipline of nursing in both the private and public sectors of the health care industry (Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, and Hong Kong). Such positions have included Hospital Manager, Director of Nursing, Deputy Director of Nursing, Senior Supervisor, Unit Manager, Principal Educator, Senior Lecturer, Associate Professor, Director of Undergraduate Studies, and Director of Post-Graduate Studies. He has also been a foundation member of two Schools of Nursing in Australia. He is currently employed at Central Queensland University as Assistant Dean Community Engagement, School of Nursing and Midwifery.
A highly accomplished Senior Finance Executive with 20 years of experience in multinational corporations across diverse industries. Recognized as a strategic and commercially astute professional with a proven track record of providing invaluable advice to Boards, Directors, CEOs, and Senior Management Teams. Possesses a natural ability to identify initiatives that drive value,profitability, and business growth. Boasts extensive finance and business acumen and excellent leadership skills, well-equipped to contribute significantly to any organization.
Ms. Shali Bijo, an experienced healthcare professional with over 25 years of nursing, education, and management experience, plays a key role at HCI. Focused on IHNA courses, she ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, implementing strategies for excellence and upholding standards of education and training for healthcare professionals. Holding a Masters in Orthopedic Nursing, Shali is dedicated to maintaining organizational compliance while delivering top-quality education.
In 2018, Lorraine transitioned to the role of Pro-vice Chancellor Associate - Academic and Strategic Transformation, which she held until her retirement at the end of 2018.
With more than 20 years of experience in the field of accounting and finance, Pankaj has experience across financial reporting, taxation, and auditing, with established skills in corporate finance, financial analysis, taxation, accounting, and auditing. He holds Bachelor of Commerce and is also a Certified Public Accountant (AUS) and Chartered Accountant (India). Pankaj has been working with the HCI Group for over eight years and is responsible for managing financial aspects of the entire group.
Shruthi is an accomplished entrepreneur with experience in academic board membership and publication.
She has a background in RTO education.
Shisir Manandhar is a respected leader in Australian tertiary education, overseeing academic programs at IHNA. With over seven years of experience, he specializes in technology management and innovation policy. As head of Heathovation, he drives research and innovation in healthcare education using cutting-edge technologies. Shisir's research focuses on enhancing tertiary education and healthcare delivery through innovative technologies.
Building on a robust foundation of vocational training, Australia's VET system, operational for over four decades, exemplifies educational excellence. IHNA, with its seventeen-year tenure, expands this legacy internationally, offering innovative training models tailored for a globally-mobile workforce. These initiatives are instrumental in fortifying individual capabilities and catalysing economic growth, by nurturing a skilled labour force attuned to the demands of diverse industries.
The IHNA Global Skills Training Academy, also known as Skilldemy, is a dynamic initiative by the Institute of Health and Nursing Australia (IHNA) aimed at elevating vocational education in healthcare. Skilldemy specialises in offering non-accredited, internationally-focused training courses, developed by IHNA's curriculum experts for offshore delivery.
The IHNA Skilldemy is strategically designed to extend IHNA's expertise in vocational training to the global stage, catering specifically to international students offshore. Our tailored non-accredited courses, crafted by seasoned curriculum specialists, ensure a comprehensive learning experience that aligns with the needs of international markets and upholds the educational excellence synonymous with IHNA.
The IHNA Skilldemy aspires to be the bridge in global healthcare education, preparing individuals to meet the demands of the industry with an expansive skill set. Committed to 'Education for Employment,' our mission encapsulates the provision of comprehensive training programs tailored to foster work-ready graduates. We strive to equip our students with both the practical and theoretical knowledge required to excel in the healthcare sector, ensuring they remain at the forefront of innovation and service.
Skill sets offer a flexible approach to vocational education, allowing learners to accumulate partial qualifications that collectively lead to a full qualification. This method of 'stacking' units aligns with the concept of staking in cryptocurrency, where individual contributions lead to greater rewards over time. By engaging with individual units that contribute to a larger goal, learners can pace their education to fit their life circumstances, making each step manageable and significant towards achieving their ultimate vocational aspirations.
Online systems for SKILLDEMY course delivery bring multiple benefits, enhancing the educational experience. They provide a structured environment for learning, with consistent quality in both content and assessment. This ensures that all students receive the same comprehensive information and are evaluated against the same standards, regardless of their location. Moreover, digital platforms facilitate interactive and flexible learning, allowing students to engage with the material at their own pace and in a manner that suits their individual learning styles.