how to become a nurse in italy

Have a Full or valid four-year medical degree, or a Nursing qualification (which usually takes three years to complete).

In order to become a nurse in Italy, you need to have a full or valid four-year medical degree (you’ll also need to pass an aptitude test before you can become a nurse). But the majority of nurses start their careers with a three-year nursing qualification. People who want to join this profession after graduating from high school should know that there’s no official nursing degree in Italy. However, it’s possible for them to enroll in one of the multiple postgraduate courses that are aimed at qualifying as a nurse.

To qualify as a nurse, all candidates must pass an aptitude test, which is required by law in all Italian regions. The test assesses both theoretical and practical skills and is held every year by individual universities or by local health authorities.

Be fluent in Italian.

In order to become a nurse in Italy, you will have to be fluent in Italian. According to the Italian Government website, by “fluency” they mean that you can read, write, speak and understand Italian at an advanced level. It is essential that you are able to communicate with your patients and their families as well as fellow nurses and doctors.

If you don’t know any Italian yet or if English is not your first language, it is advisable to take up a course on the language so that you can learn it properly.

If English is your first language, but you haven’t studied many other languages before, this might be difficult for you! It will take a lot of time and effort.

Register with the Istituto Nazionale della Previdenza Sociale (INPS)

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Achieve Level C1 in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) by providing proof of oral and written comprehension, and of oral and written expression. The CELI exam is administered by the Universita per Stranieri di Perugia (University for Foreigners). If taking the exam in Italy, you’ll need to present your passport as well as proof of identification.

Achieving the necessary level of fluency in Italian is a critical step for anyone wishing to become a nurse and practice nursing professionally in Italy. This can be accomplished through study at an authorized Italian language school (scuola d’italiano), or by passing the CELI exam. We recommend taking classes and then taking the exam, as it will best prepare you for your career in Italy.

You must achieve Level C1 in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) by providing proof of oral and written comprehension, and of oral and written expression.

The CELI exam is administered by the Universita per Stranieri di Perugia (University for Foreigners). If taking the exam in Italy, you’ll need to present your passport as well as proof of identification.

Pass an aptitude test called ‘Concorso’, which includes a series of exams to ensure that candidates have met all necessary requirements to practice as nurses in Italy. This can be taken before registering with INPS.

First, you must register for the INPS nursing aptitude test (Concorso) before you can take it. The registration fee is approximately $200 and can be paid at your local post office or bank. The Italian government has listed all necessary requirements to sit for this exam on their website.

The exam itself is broken into three parts: general knowledge, mathematics, and Italian language skills. You will have 3 hours to complete each section of the exam, so make sure that you are properly prepared! A study guide is available on the INPS website that breaks down exactly what topics will be covered on each section of the exam. If you’re in need of extra help preparing for this test, consider signing up for a tutor to ensure that you pass your first time around.

Keep in mind that it may take some time before an open seat becomes available to sit for this exam! It is only offered twice per year and spots fill up quickly; make sure to schedule your test date as soon as possible after registering with INPS. You do not need to pass all sections of the aptitude test at once; if you fail one or more portions of the Concorso, don’t worry! Just retake them until you receive passing marks in all categories.

If you pass all portions of the Concorso successfully, then congratulations! You are now a registered nurse in Italy!