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Introduction Booking your NMC CBT booking on Pearson VUE can feel challenging for many internationally educated nurses preparing for UK registration. With the most recent updates to Pearson VUE booking systems repeated candidate mistakes, getting it right the first time is important to cut off the delays, extra fees, and frustration. In this structured guide,
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 NMC OSCE scenario-based nursing problems during Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCE), your ability to think critically and apply your nursing knowledge to specific situations is assessed. Here are some strategies to help you answer these questions effectively in NMC OSCE scenario-based nursing problems. 1. NMC OSCE- Scenario-Based Nursing problem; Understand the Scenario in the
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,
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
The A–E assessment in NMC OSCE is a method used in NMC OSCE to effectively assess patients’ conditions, particularly their vital signs. This structured approach—Airway, Breathing, Circulation, Disability, Exposure—ensures that life-threatening problems are identified and managed in order of priority. The A–E assessment format applies to all scenarios of NMC OSCE. Let’s explore A–E assessment
The NMC OSCE (Objective Structured Clinical Examination) is a critical step for international nurses and midwives looking to join the UK register. Among its most essential components are the APIE stations in the NMC OSCE—Assessment, Planning, Implementation, and Evaluation. Unfortunately, these are also where many candidates struggle. After reviewing multiple candidate feedback, we have identified
NMC OSCE Oxygen therapy station understanding the different types of oxygen masks and their appropriate uses is essential when preparing for your NMC OSCE exam. Oxygen therapy is a common nursing skill assessed in the NMC OSCE exam.. Here, we will brief you on the different oxygen delivery devices you may encounter in the NMC