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NMC OSCE New Station Timings Update – January 2026: Updated station timings have been announced, and they may affect your preparation and success. Let’s review all the new stations. NMC OSCE New Station Timings Update: APIE Station Suspected Deep Vein Thrombosis This new APIE station tests your ability to assess risk and keep the patient
The Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) continues to replenish the NMC OSCE new Stations to be more aligned with real-world clinical practice. The January 2026 NMC introduces a few new stations across APIE, Clinical Skills, Professional Values, and Evidence-Based Practice (EBP). These updates aim to assess not only clinical competence, but also rationale, communication, and
The Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) has officially announced that the NMC OSCE Test Centre operated in partnership with Northumbria University will permanently close on 19 February 2026. This directly impacts international nurses and UK NMC registration candidates planning to complete their Test of Competence (ToC) in the UK. The closure of the NMC OSCE
In the NMC OSCE MSU (Midstream Specimen of Urine) station, you must understand what each parameter on the 8SG urine dipstick means and how to explain its clinical significance to patients and examiners. Mastery includes linking changes in protein, glucose, ketones, blood, nitrites, leukocyte, specific gravity, and pH to common conditions like UTI, kidney disease,
The NMC OSCE (Objective Structured Clinical Examination) is a crucial step in registering as a nurse or midwife in the UK. Among the various clinical stations in the exam, the NMC OSCE Silent Clinical Skills stand out because they require demonstrating clinical reasoning and accurate documentation — without any interaction with the patient or assessor.
Red Flags in the NMC OSCE: Preparing for the NMC OSCE (Objective Structured Clinical Examination) can feel overwhelming for international nurses and midwives who want to register and practice in the UK. While the exam primarily assesses your ability to apply professional knowledge and deliver safe patient care, there are certain critical areas where mistakes
Reading the NMC OSCE Hospital Medication Chart correctly during the NMC OSCE Implementation Station is crucial for the safe administration of medications. The NMC OSCE Implementation Station tests your ability to safely and correctly administer prescribed medication. An essential part of this station is accurately reading and interpreting the hospital medication chart. Here’s a practical,
The Neurological Assessment in the NMC OSCE (Objective Structured Clinical Examination) is a crucial component in the subdural haematoma scenario during the Assessment station. To assess the neurological status of a patient systematically and safely, identifying any abnormalities or deterioration. Understanding the Purpose of the Neurological Assessment A neurological assessment in the NMC OSCE helps
Failing the NMC OSCE (Objective Structured Clinical Examination) can feel demotivating, especially after months of hard work and preparation. The NMC OSCE is often regarded as the most significant assessment of a healthcare student’s competence, requiring a combination of knowledge, clinical skills, and effective communication. So, when a candidate “fails”, it is natural to feel
An OTAE (One Training and Exam) Location is a facility where you can complete both your OSCE training and sit your exam in the same city without needing to travel between different centers. At Mentor Merlin, we offer OTAE options beside CTC Leeds and CTC Northampton, eliminating travel stress, reducing costs, and allowing you to