Register as a nurse or midwife in the UK
The UK needs nurses and midwives like you!
There couldn't be a more exciting time to register as a nurse or midwife in the UK. With access to some of the best teaching hospitals in the world, the UK offers unrivalled opportunities for a rewarding career with plenty of scope for progression and further study.
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Please note: We cannot accept applications from candidates residing in countries on the World Health Organisation (WHO) amber and red lists. More information can be found here. World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.
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What are the registration requirements?
All applicants applying to work as a nurse or midwife in the UK must register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). The NMC is the regulator for nursing practice in the UK and is responsible for upholding safe, effective and kind standards of care.
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The NMC registration process requires overseas applicants to pass a two-stage application process called the Test of Competency (ToC). This is broken down into two stages:
Stage 1-Completion of a multi-choice computer-based test (CBT) which is accessible around the world for applicants to access in their home countries.
Stage 2-Completion of a practical test held in the UK. This test is called the Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE).
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To pass the ToC, overseas Nurses must also meet the English language standards set by the NMC.
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Further information on the registration process can be found in the table below.
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*Eligibility table
1. Education requirements
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10 years of school education
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Post-secondary education programme leading to registration in home country as an entry-level registered nurse/ midwife (must be entirely focused on nursing – medical qualifications are not acceptable)
2. English language requirements
IELTS Academic Level 7 pass or OET Level B pass
3. NMC requirements
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Applicants will be asked to provide evidence of all practice undertaken as a registered nurse or midwife including verification documents and registration certificates.
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You will also need to provide comprehensive references, in addition to a criminal record check and health assessment.
4. Completion of the Test of Competence (TOC) in one of the four branches of nursing you wish to apply for.
The 3 branches of nursing recognised by the NMC are:
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Adult/ general nursing
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Mental health nursing
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Midwifery
Role types - There are three branches of nursing to choose from
There are three branches of nursing to choose from (including midwifery). Candidates must select their chosen branch of nursing in advance, as the examination questions for the CBT are specific to each specialty.
Typical remuneration package
Remuneration packages vary between hospital trusts, and whether or not you work in the public or private sector. A typical renumeration package may include the following:
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Starting salary of between 25-31k per annum (on completion of OSCE practical assessment)
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​Opportunities to work overtime
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Public transport discounts
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Private health insurance (private employers only)
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Extensive training and development opportunities.
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Flexible working options, including occupational maternity leave, paternity leave, adoption leave, shared parental leave, and parental leave
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Retail discounts and leisure benefits
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​Generous annual paid leave entitlement plus eight paid public holidays
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Purchase a new bicycle at a discounted rate via a dedicated Cycle to Work scheme.
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Discounted childcare vouchers
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Staff canteen with subsidised meals
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Excellent pension scheme
*Please note this is an illustration only and not a guarantee
Your journey
Pass IELTS/OET language exam
Interview with Trust and job offer
Start application to NMC
Relocate to the United Kingdom
Pass OSCE (Objective Structured Clinical Exam)
Pass computer-based CBT
Apply for Tier 2 UK work visa
Receive Certificate of Sponsorship from employer
Apply for NMC PIN
Start by registering today!
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