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Introduction the conditions of countries for nurses’ migration
Study and equivalence with job guarantees for doctors and nurses in Germany
The many nurses’ and doctors’ educational certificates are not approved in Europe. If they want to work in Europe, they must have a degree equivalent. The doctors and nurses can equate their degrees in Germany. Due to the high need for medical staff in many of its provinces, Germany and Austria have provided the conditions for international doctors and nurses. The nurses’ income in Germany and Austria is at least 2,000 to 3,000 euros and more. The doctors will get much more.
Those who specialize in one of the medical disciplines do not need to take the exam. To equate the qualifications of doctors and nurses in Germany and Austria, the steps are as follows:
First, their qualifications are reviewed by the destination country. One of the prerequisites for this step is knowledge and certification of the German language. After reviewing the documents, nurses must complete an internship period of 500 to 600 hours to work in Germany or Austria. Midwives, like nurses, must take a course to become legal midwives in Germany.
The doctors need at least a C1 degree in German and nurses and midwives a minimum B2 degree to work in Germany. They must also have educational degrees in the related field. If you have at least two years of work experience, the steps will be much easier.
Those who have at least a B1 degree in German can study in these courses and are paid by the German government. The required language certificate to study the equivalence course is at least A2 in German. You need to block money in your account in Germany to study in these courses. One of the advantages of studying and equating a doctor’s degree in Germany is that one’s companions can apply at the same time. Companions are spouses and children below 18.
Equivalence steps in Denmark and Sweden
Sweden and Denmark are among the European countries that grant visas to people applying for equivalence courses. After the documents have been approved by the relevant authority in Sweden, the applicants have one year to improve their Swedish language level to C1. After completing the Swedish language test, they can enter the equivalence theory courses. The applicants have five years to participate in this exam. They can participate in this exam up to three times. The applicants can take internships in medical centers and hospitals if they pass the theory test. This period is a maximum of about three months during which the applicants can receive a salary. After the internship, one must complete a half-term course at the university, which is 15 units. The applicant can complete the internship and university courses at the same time.
The equivalence processes begin with the submission of the applicant’s documents. Thus, after the documents are approved by the relevant office in the destination country, the person can receive a visa to go through the equivalence process. Since Denmark is one of the most suitable countries for nurses, we will discuss equivalence in this country. In the first stage, qualifications are evaluated. The applicants must send their documents to the Danish Department of Health. Upon assessment completion, the Office will confirm that the applicant can apply to the Danish Immigration Service for residency to complete the other process. Then, the applicants and their companions will receive a visa at the same time so that they can enter Denmark and take almost free Danish language classes. The applicants must take the Danish language test, which is held twice a year. After completion of the Danish language course, the applicants can work as a nursing intern in Danish hospitals and medical centers. They cannot go through this step before completing the Danish language course. The applicant receives a salary during the internship and is recruited by the same employer after the internship.
Since Denmark allows applicants to enter the job market without an equivalence test and only to learn the Danish language, we conclude that Denmark is the most convenient country for nurses to migrate to.
Nurses’ migration and salaries
Denmark’s salaries and incomes are higher than in other countries. Denmark ranks higher than other countries in terms of tax payment. The average nurse’s salary in Denmark is around 8,000 to 20,000 euros per month, which has grown tremendously over the last four years due to the Danish need for nursing staff. One of the influential factors in the level of salary is the amount of individuals’ work experience. According to work records, an increase in income is expected for nurses.
Nurses migration and living costs
Just as Denmark ranks high in terms of income and wages, it is one of the most expensive countries in Europe in terms of living expenses. The living expenses are much lower than the amount of income, and it is easy to provide for a family. The cost of living largely depends on the city and region where you live. The living expenses in Copenhagen are around 1,000 to 1,500 euros per person each month. Nurses cannot enter the job market until they have completed the equivalence project.
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