The computer-based test (CBT) will be split into two parts-Part A will cover numeracy and Part B will cover nursing or midwifery theory.

The objective structured clinical examination (OSCE) will have 10 stations:

• Four stations will continue to be linked together around a scenario: the APIE (one station for assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation)

• Four stations will test skills- two pairs of two skills

• Two new stations will be introduced- one will assess the candidate’s values and behaviours and the other will assess evidence-based practice.

Update test content– we’ve worked with clinical partners to review the existing bank of examination materials and develop new material.

Improved candidate support– we’re improving the range and quality of preparation materials for candidates and those who support them.

Trialling new CBT questions

We’re trialling some of the new CBT questions to help us decide the pass mark for the tests.

Candidates taking the current adult nursing CBT will complete 10 extra questions. These questions will be unscored and will not count towards their CBT result, but this will help us set the pass mark for the new CBT.

We’re grateful for candidates who will be completing the 10 extra questions; we appreciate that it means more questions, however we’re confident that candidates will have enough time.

Reference: https://www.nmc.org.uk/registration/joining-the-register/toc-review/