Youngjin College Nursing Students Complete Field Training at Sydney Medical Institutions: "Broadened Perspectives and Gained Confidence"

Youngjin College (President Choi Jaeyoung) announced on the 17th that it has successfully completed the "Global Field Training" program by sending nursing students to Australia as part of the "2025 Overseas Advanced Technology Education Training."

Twenty second- and third-year nursing students who demonstrated outstanding performance in both on-campus and off-campus global programs were selected to participate in this training, which took place over approximately two weeks.

Students from the Department of Nursing at Youngjin College are participating in labor nursing training in the delivery room at Fairfield Hospital, a medical institution in Sydney, Australia.

The global field training was conducted at Charter Australia, a health vocational school in Sydney, as well as at medical institutions such as St. Vincent's Hospital and Fairfield Hospital.

At the health vocational school, students completed courses in nursing practical English, nursing simulation practice, and first aid, and also received training to prepare for the international nursing practical exam.

In addition, they visited public and private hospitals in the Sydney area to participate in "acute disease management practice," which included caring for emergency, critical, and maternity patients, and received job training on Australia's healthcare system.

Notably, students received practical advice necessary for overseas employment from a Korean nurse with over 10 years of experience at a Sydney public hospital and a local legal professional. Topics included "the strengths of Australian nurses," "how to write resumes and self-introduction letters," "important considerations when seeking employment," and "the independent skilled migration system."

Alongside these activities, students also spent meaningful time developing both a global mindset and practical skills through team projects and local cultural experiences.

Jung Jiyeon, a third-year student who participated in the Sydney field training, said, "Through nursing practical English and simulation practice, I gained confidence, and it was a valuable opportunity to experience the international nursing environment firsthand." Lee Gunhee, also a third-year student, shared, "Learning medical English and cultural sensitivity became a turning point for me to grow as a global nurse."

Jeon Sua, a second-year student, stated, "Through group activities, I learned how to communicate clearly with medical staff and patients, and by understanding the cultural differences between Korea and Australia, my perspective has broadened."

Baek Juyeon, head of the Department of Nursing, said, "Global programs are highly satisfying for students because they simultaneously enhance language skills, global mindset, and major competencies," adding, "We plan to continue supporting a variety of programs to nurture outstanding nursing professionals."

Meanwhile, the Department of Nursing at Youngjin College has received an A grade from the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), enabling graduates to obtain an Australian nursing license without an exam.