
We accept a number of types of evidence as outlined on our English language guidance page. English languageĮffective communication skills are essential to providing safe and effective care, so we need to be assured that those applying for registration or readmission to our register have the necessary knowledge of English. If we already automatically extended your CBT results validity period in 2020, this won't be extended again. You don't need to contact us to have this change applied to your application - we're updating this for you. Change to CBT validity periodsĪs the pandemic continues in 2021, we're automatically extending the validity of CBT results due to expire between 1 March and 31 August 2021 by six months. Pearson Vue's international test centre availability depends on location and national government restrictions and may be limited due to social distancing precautions.Ĭheck the Pearson Vue website for more information on their availability in your country. The computer based test (CBT) is operated by our partner, Pearson Vue. We're closely monitoring any restrictions and their impact on OSCE test centres, and there may be some changes to your booking as a result.Ĭheck our Covid-19: OSCE page for more information. The safety of candidates and test centre staff remains a priority for us and the centres will continue to operate in line with Covid-secure measures.

OSCEĪll three OSCE test centres in the UK are currently open. Joining the temporary register will not affect your ongoing application to join the permanent register. Find out more about the process of joining on our Covid-19 temporary registration page.

We're doing everything we can to support overseas candidates with their registration.įrom the 22 December 2021, we have reopened the temporary register for overseas trained nurses as they work towards joining our permanent register. We recognise that the UK health and social care system relies on the excellent care given by professionals from other countries. Coronavirus (Covid-19): Information and advice.Our new approach to fitness to practise.Managing Concerns: A resource for employers.Support for patients, families and the public.Becoming a nurse, midwife or nursing associate.
