United Kingdom
NMC Registration — Nursing and Midwifery Council Registration
NMC Registration (Nursing and Midwifery Council Registration) is awarded by NMC and is required or strongly preferred for nurses and midwives working in the UK. Typical cost is £140 eligibility, £83 CBT, £794 OSCE, £153 registration and most candidates complete it in 6–12 months.
Quick answer
NMC Registration is awarded by NMC and required for nurses and midwives working in the UK. Budget £140 eligibility, £83 CBT, £794 OSCE, £153 registration and around 6–12 months from first application to result.
Snapshot
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Awarding body | NMC |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Who it is for | nurses and midwives working in the UK |
| Cost | £140 eligibility, £83 CBT, £794 OSCE, £153 registration |
| Typical duration | 6–12 months |
| Relevant professions | Registered Nurse, Midwife, Mental Health Nurse |
Step-by-step pathway
- 1Create an NMC Online account
- 2Submit qualifications and English evidence
- 3Pass the CBT
- 4Secure a UK job and visa
- 5Pass the OSCE in the UK
- 6Join the register
Who should take it
- Registered Nurse
- Midwife
- Mental Health Nurse
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