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NMC CBT, OSCE & OET Report

The document outlines the responsibilities and processes of the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) in the UK, including registration, eligibility checks, and the Test of Competence for internationally trained nurses, which consists of the CBT and OSCE exams. It details the format, purpose, and passing criteria for both the NMC CBT and the Occupational English Test (OET), emphasizing the importance of English proficiency for healthcare professionals. The document serves as a comprehensive guide for nurses seeking to practice in the UK.

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NMC CBT, OSCE & OET Report

The document outlines the responsibilities and processes of the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) in the UK, including registration, eligibility checks, and the Test of Competence for internationally trained nurses, which consists of the CBT and OSCE exams. It details the format, purpose, and passing criteria for both the NMC CBT and the Occupational English Test (OET), emphasizing the importance of English proficiency for healthcare professionals. The document serves as a comprehensive guide for nurses seeking to practice in the UK.

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A REPORT ON

NMC OSCE NMC


CBT
AND OET
UK.jfif
Contents PAGE NO.

NMC (The nursing and midwifery council).................................................2


Responsibilities
Process

NMC CBT EXAM................................................................................................4


Purpose

Format................................................................................................................5

NMC OSCE EXAM


purpose
Format................................................................................................................6

Marking and Passing Criteria..........................................................................7

OET EXAM
Format
Marking and Passing
Criteria
OET is scored on a scale of 0-500 for each section.....................................8

1
NMC (The nursing and midwifery council)

The NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council) is a regulatory body in the United
Kingdom
that ensures nurses, midwives, and nursing associates are qualified and meet the
required standards to practice safely and effectively. It is responsible for setting and
maintaining standards for education, training, and professional conduct, and it
plays a key
role in safeguarding patient safety in the healthcare system.

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Responsibilities

Confirming registrations
Developing standards
Providing guidance and supporting information
Managing concerns for employees
Investigating complaints.

Process

1.Eligibility check: meet qualifications recognized by (NMC)


2.English language proficiency:
The nurses must demonstrate proficiency in English through tests like (OET) (IELTS)
to ensure
smooth communication.
3. NMC Registration
Nurses must apply to the NMC (Nursing and midwifery council) to be registered be-
fore they
can practice.
4.Visa application (Tier 2)
After registration in NMC, the nurses need to apply for a visa (Tier 2) to legally work
in the UK.
A COS certificate is required to apply for a visa.
5.Criminal record check
A criminal record check from the nurse’s home country or any country she lived in for
more
than a year. To make sure that they don't have any.

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6. Health and fitness requirements
Nurses must meet health requirements. As a result, medical certificates have to be submitted,
if they have been residing in a different country.
7.Recruitment and employment
After obtaining the visa and NMC registrations, nurses can begin their employment in the
country.
(Includes assistance, accommodation etc.)

The Test of Competence consists of two parts:


A multiple-choice computer-based test known as the CBT.
A practical test known as the OSCE.

NMC CBT EXAM


THE NMC CBT (computer-based Test) is the first part of the Test of Competence required for
internationally trained nurses and midwives to register with the Nursing and Midway council
(NMC)

Purpose
Assess theoretical nursing knowledge.
Ensures candidates meet UK nursing standards before practicing

4
Format
1.Mode: online, multiple choices
2.A duration of 3 Hours
3.Total of 115 multiple choices question
4.Nursing theory and practices
5.Candidates must score at least 68% overall to pass.

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Purpose

Assess theoretical nursing knowledge.


Ensures candidates meet UK nursing standards before practicing

Format

1.Mode: online,multiple choices


2.A duration of 3 hours
3.Total of 115 multiple chices questions
4.Nursing theory and practices
5.Candidates must score at least 68% overall to pass.

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Marking and Passing Criteria

Each station is scored separately. Resit them in


You must pass a certain number of stations to succeed.
If you fail only a few stations, you can resit them in a partial retake (Instead of the full
exam).

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OET EXAM

The Occupational English Test (OET) is an English language proficiency exam de-
signed for
healthcare professionals who want to work in
English-speaking environments. It assesses their
ability to communicate effectively in a medical
setting, ensuring they can understand and use
language relevant to their profession.

Format

1.Listening (45 Minutes)


2.Reading (60 Minutes)
3.Writing (45 Minutes)
4.Speaking (20 Minutes)

Marking and Passing


Criteria

Many healthcare regulators require a minimum score of 350 (Grade B) in each


station.
OET is scored on a scale of 0-500 for each section.

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