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Allergy Care and Education Nurse Pilot (ACE Nurse Pilot)

The National Allergy Council is opening a second round of applications for the ACE nurse pilot. This pilot will provide 13 regional and rural practice nurses with the opportunity to complete specialised training in allergy management through an accredited course (Professional Certificate in Allergy Nursing, UniSA) as well as participate in other education activities as detailed below. The course will equip nurses with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to manage and educate patients with allergic conditions across their lifespan. Participants will also become part of an  ACE nurse Community of Practice (CoP) to provide ongoing support and networking.

This is an initiative of the Shared Care for Allergy Project which aims to improve access to quality allergy care for people living in regional, rural and remote areas.

Training required to be completed as part of the pilot program

1. Professional Certificate in Allergy Nursing (UniSA) Overview

  • Must be undertaken in Semester 2, (July – November 2026).

  • All content is delivered online.

  • 13 weeks of self-paced content and discussion forums.

  • Virtual (online) tutorials: 6 x 1-hour interactive sessions over 13 weeks with course tutors).

  • Assessments: Critical analysis, portfolio, test/quiz.

2. Online webinars delivered by the National Allergy Council

  • Must attend three additional online evening webinars delivered by the National Allergy Council.

3. ASCIA Annual Conference 2026

  • Virtually attend the ASCIA Allergy Update for Nurses at the ASCIA Annual Conference (Friday 4 September 2026).

4. Participate in an ACE Nurse Community of Practice

  • A community of practice will be established to provide support during and post training.

Requirements

If selected, participants must:

  • Commit to attending and successfully completing all training requirements.

  • Ensure they have their own technical requirements to access the course.

  • Be proficient in using technology to complete an online course.

  • Commit to providing an allergy care and education service within their practice/clinic for at least one-year post-training.

  • Sign an agreement with their clinic confirming their ability to support an allergy care and education service.

  • Provide de-identified data on the patients they have educated.

  • Participate in surveys and feedback to assist with the evaluation of the course and pilot.

  • Be available to virtually attend the ASCIA conference 4 September 2026.

Support and Benefits

  • Fully funded training covering the UniSA course costs.

  • Cost of the registration to virtually attend the ASCIA Conference Allergy Update for Nurses Day (cost for one day only) in September 2026.

  • Participation in an ACE nurse Community of Practice (CoP).

What nurses say about the program:

“Participating in the ACE Allergy Nurse Pilot Program was a valuable experience for me. It significantly increased my knowledge and confidence in managing allergies and education around allergies, equipping me with practical skills I can directly apply in my regional GP setting. The program has helped me to support patients with allergy-related concerns and contribute more effectively to their care. I would highly recommend this program to any nurse looking to expand their expertise in this important area of practice” ACE Nurse participant (QLD).

Cost

The National Allergy Council will fund:

  • Course fees for selected participants, covering the tuition cost of the Professional Certificate in Allergy Nursing through UniSA.

  • Virtual registration costs associated with attending the ASCIA Allergy Update for Nurses at the ASCIA conference (one day registration).

  • Costs will be paid via reimbursement from the National Allergy Council upon providing invoices and receipts. Some candidates may be eligible for a Health Workforce Scholarship to help with the cost of training related expenses.

  • The National Allergy Council is not able to fund salary or backfill.

Important dates

  • Expression of Interest (EOI) opens Wednesday 18 March 2026.

  • EOI closes at midnight AEST on Monday 20 April 2026.

  • Applicants notified if they are successful in May 2026.

  • The UniSA course will begin in Semester 2, (July – November 2026).

  • ASCIA Allergy Update for Nurses - 4 September (online).

Who is eligible to apply?

  • Practice nurses, who are current Registered Nurses, who are working in a GP practice or community health service who are interested in developing a nurse-led allergy care and education clinic. (Please note this does not include enrolled nurses).

  • Currently working in general practice or community practice (not a hospital) in locations within MM2 – MM7 (outside MM1).

  • Practice nurses who are committed to implementing knowledge gained in practice.

Application Process

  • Provide your CV listing your qualifications, skills and work experience.

  • Complete an Expression of Interest (EOI) via the National Allergy Council website.

  • The EOI must include confirmation of employer support (e.g. a letter from your employer indicating their support for you to complete the training and provide an allergy care and education service).

  • Selection: A panel will review applications and applicants will be notified in May 2026.

Further information

For further information please contact us.

The Allergy Care and Education (ACE) Nurse Pilot is proudly supported by CRANAplus.

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