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The first phase of a new preparation programme for all overseas-trained nurses coming to work in the UK has been announced by the NMC.
The Overseas Nurses Programme (ONP) sets out common entry standards, a compulsory 20-day period of protected learning for all nurses trained outside the European Economic Area (EEA) and, where appropriate, a period of supervised practice. This includes all nurses who have trained in an English speaking country, including Australia and New Zealand.
There will first be a thorough assessment of the skills and experience of each applicant. Every applicant will have to pass the specified international English language test before they can apply to go onto the ONP.
Applicants whose education and practice skills need more training or education to bring them up to UK standards will, on top of the 20 days, have to do a specified period of supervised practice in a practice setting approved for the purpose. This will be for at least three months and, at most, nine months.
Source: NMC Website.
Click here to visit the NMC website to find out more.
Where nurses do not wish to register with the NMC, but are still legally allowed to work in the UK, Strand can provide varied and interesting homecare work, either as an HCA or as an 'ATA' (Auxilliary Trained Abroad). There are also opportunities within certain hospitals/hospices. Please contact one of our consultants to find out more on 0207 836 6396 or e-mail strand@advantagehealthcare.com.
