CGFNS Philippines - VisaScreen and Requirements
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Introduction
In today's globalized world, the demand for skilled healthcare professionals, especially nurses, has transcended borders. For nurses seeking opportunities to work in the United States, the Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools (CGFNS) plays a crucial role in facilitating their journey. CGFNS is a non-profit organization that provides services and certifications to internationally educated nurses, ensuring they meet the necessary requirements to work in the U.S. healthcare system. In this article, we will delve into the significance of CGFNS and the CGFNS Visascreen process, as well as the English test requirements, including the popular TOEIC, and the step-by-step process to register for CGFNS Visascreen.
1. What is CGFNS?
The Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools (CGFNS) was established in 1977 to evaluate and ensure the competence of internationally educated nurses seeking to work in the United States. CGFNS plays a vital role in ensuring that nurses from foreign countries meet the same standards as U.S.-educated nurses, ensuring the safety and quality of healthcare delivery.
CGFNS evaluates the educational and professional credentials of internationally educated nurses and conducts a thorough assessment of their nursing knowledge and skills. Successful completion of the CGFNS Certification Program opens doors to various opportunities for foreign nurses, including eligibility for licensure in the U.S., employment in healthcare facilities, and further career advancement.
2. What is CGFNS Visascreen?
CGFNS Visascreen is a program designed for healthcare professionals, particularly nurses, who wish to obtain a U.S. occupational visa, such as the H-1B, or an immigrant visa, such as the EB-3 visa. It is a mandatory requirement by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) for foreign-educated healthcare professionals seeking immigration to the United States.
The CGFNS Visascreen Certificate verifies the authenticity of the applicant's education, professional experience, and English proficiency. It confirms that the individual possesses the necessary qualifications and language skills to provide safe and effective healthcare services in the U.S. This process serves to protect the public and ensure that foreign-educated healthcare professionals meet the same standards as those educated in the U.S.
3. English Test Requirements, including TOEIC
Proficiency in English is a critical aspect of working as a nurse in the United States. CGFNS requires foreign-educated nurses to demonstrate their English language proficiency through standardized tests. One of the widely accepted tests is the Test of English for International Communication (TOEIC).
The TOEIC evaluates a candidate's ability to comprehend and communicate in English within an international business context. The test consists of two main sections: Listening and Reading. The Listening section assesses the candidate's ability to understand spoken English in various work-related scenarios, such as conversations, interviews, and announcements. The Reading section evaluates reading comprehension through workplace-related materials, like emails, reports, and articles.
The TOEIC scoring system ranges from 10 to 990. Different healthcare institutions may have varying score requirements for hiring internationally educated nurses. It is essential for candidates to check the specific TOEIC score requirements of their desired healthcare facilities or state nursing boards.
4. How to Register for CGFNS Visascreen
The process of registering for CGFNS Visascreen involves several steps, and it's essential to follow them meticulously to ensure a smooth application process. Here's a step-by-step guide:
Step 1: Determine Eligibility Before starting the registration process, verify that you meet all the eligibility requirements for CGFNS Visascreen. Ensure that you have completed your nursing education and possess the necessary licenses and certifications from the country where you received your nursing education.
Step 2: Create an Account Visit the CGFNS website and create a new account. Provide accurate information and select the appropriate service, which, in this case, is the CGFNS Visascreen.
Step 3: Submit Required Documents Prepare and upload all the required documents, including your educational transcripts, nursing license, and any other certifications, as specified by CGFNS. Additionally, submit your TOEIC scores or scores from other acceptable English language proficiency tests.
Step 4: Pay the Fees Complete the payment process for the CGFNS Visascreen service. The fee covers the evaluation of your documents and the English language proficiency assessment.
Step 5: Credentials Evaluation CGFNS will thoroughly evaluate your educational and professional credentials to ensure they meet the required standards. This evaluation is a crucial step in the CGFNS Visascreen process.
Step 6: English Language Proficiency Assessment Your English language proficiency will be assessed based on the TOEIC scores or other acceptable English language tests you provided. CGFNS will review your results to determine if you meet the necessary requirements.
Step 7: Final Report Upon successful completion of the evaluation and language assessment, CGFNS will issue a final report, which can be sent directly to the state nursing board or any U.S. employer, as required.
Conclusion
CGFNS and the CGFNS Visascreen program play a pivotal role in ensuring that internationally educated nurses can contribute their skills to the U.S. healthcare system safely and effectively. By evaluating educational credentials and English language proficiency, CGFNS ensures that foreign-educated nurses meet the same standards as their U.S.-educated counterparts. The TOEIC, among other accepted English tests, serves as a vital benchmark for English proficiency in this process. By understanding the process of registering for CGFNS Visascreen, nurses can pave the way for a successful and rewarding career in the United States.
ADVISORY
-Important Update on the use of the TOEIC and TOEFL tests for U.K. Immigration.
Visas and Immigration
For more than 30 years, the TOEIC® test has set the standard for assessing English-language skills used in the workplace. Today TOEIC® test scores are used by over 10,000 companies, government agencies and English Language Learning programs in 120 countries, and more than 6 million TOEIC® tests were administered last year.
Due to the ever increasing popularity of the TOEIC® tests, authorities from all over the world have begun accepting TOEIC® test scores.
United Kingdom
People from around the world wishing to work, study or settle in the United Kingdom can use the TOEIC® tests to demonstrate their English proficiency for all visas under the U.K.'s points-based system. This decision was made by the Home Office of the U.K. Border Agency, the party responsible for securing the U.K. border and controlling migration in the U.K. The UKBA accreditation allows students, migrants and spouses, or partners worldwide to submit their TOEIC scores as evidence of having passed a U.K. Border Agency-approved English-language test.
Canada
Healthcare professionals are in high demand and TOEIC® test-takers actively seeking to obtain a professional license in Canada are required to submit proof of English proficiency. TOEIC is an approved test for two key organizations:
TOEIC Philippines’ Policies and Guidelines
• Registration for events is made available three months prior to the event. (See Calendar of Events)
• Changes to bookings will only be accommodated if requested within the time frame provided. Test takers will only be allowed a maximum of two re-bookings of their test and only for test dates when their payment remains to be valid (See policies on Reschedule of Test Date or Refund of Payment)
• Payments are only valid for three months starting from the date of deposit. Payments made should be claimed right after a deposit has been done. In order to avoid forfeiture of payment, your scanned deposit slip (proof of payment) should be emailed to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. together with the other requirements no later than the same week when the deposit was done. (See Registration Procedures) or (Refund of Payment)
• Score reports will only be released to the test taker. No representatives will be allowed for pick-up. The test taker should bring an identification card (ID) in order for the score report to be released.
• For test-takers who will be unable to personally pick-up their score report, they should pay for either local or international mailing. (See Table for Test Fees and Other Services) When requesting for mailing, ensure that your mailing address is complete including the postal code. Hopkins International will not be responsible for score reports requested to be sent to undeliverable addresses. For those with undeliverable addresses, you may choose to have your score report sent to the nearest courier service’s branch for pick-up. (See link to courier service’s deliverable areas and branches).
• Score reports will only be kept by the test center within three months from the date of the test. Unclaimed score reports will be destroyed. Test takers claiming for their score reports beyond the three-month period will have to pay for the Additional Score Report fee. (See Table for Test Fees and Other Services)
• Additional score reports may be ordered by test takers so long as their requested test results are still valid. The validity period for the TOEIC tests is two years from the date the test was taken. To order, send an email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and send the following information together with scanned copies of your valid ID and proof of payment:
- Last Name:
- First Name:
- Date of Birth:
- Date of Test:
- Type of TOEIC test:
- Total TOEIC Score:
- Mailing address ( if applicable):
- A maximum of three copies may be ordered.
- All testing programs’ websites inform candidates that ETS reserves the right to ensure the security of test content by using metal detectors/wands, and that failure to comply will result in dismissal from the test and forfeiture of test fees.
About the TOEIC® Listening and Reading Test
For more than 30 years, the TOEIC Listening and Reading test has set the standard for assessing English language skills used in the workplace. Today it is the leading assessment of English language reading and listening skills for the global workplace.
- Workforce Readiness: Prepare students to compete in the competitive global workforce.
- Placement: Determine who has the skills to succeed in school and in business.
- Program Effectiveness: Measure a student’s progress and proficiency in English.
- Program Development: Evaluate the effectiveness of your English-language programs.
- Increase Enrollment: Attract more students who can develop skills to succeed in the workplace.
When the TOEIC Listening and Reading test is taken together with the TOEIC® Speaking and Writing tests, TOEIC® test scores provide an accurate measurement of proficiency in all four English language skills.
English is the language of global opportunity
With the TOEIC test, you can help your students communicate successfully across borders and cultures. You can also:
- Build your reputation as a trusted resource for skilled, qualified job applicants
- Attract more high-achieving students who will be recruited by top companies
Over 10,000 organizations in 120 countries use the TOEIC test. Over six million tests were administered in 2010. Make sure your students have the skills they need to succeed with the TOEIC Listening and Reading test.