Method
The aim of the study was to describe the core role of NPs in
Australia and New Zealand and to develop national/Trans
Tasman standards for the recognition and education of NPs.
In order to direct the data collection and analysis for the
study, this aim was formulated into the following research
objectives:
1 To draw on empirical evidence to illustrate the core role of
NPs in Australia and New Zealand;
2 To investigate the current standards of education and
program accreditation for NPs in Australia and New
Zealand;
3 To describe the current authorisation requirements and
processes for NPs in Australia and New Zealand.