Routes into Nursing

Question 1/7

Which of the following best describes you?

I have no health training or education I am an overseas nurse looking to qualify in the UK I am a qualified nurse looking for higher qualifications

Question 2/7

What is your current level of education?

GCSEs or lower A Levels or equivalent Some undergraduate education (e.g. diploma or certificate of higher education Undergraduate degree Postgraduate degree

Question 3/7

What experience of care do you have?

I have worked or currently work in a care environment (eg hospital or care home) I have provided care for a family member or friend informally I don’t have any experience of working in care

Question 4/7

For most courses leading to Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) registration you will need to undertake 2 10 week, full-time placements per year. Which of the following statements describes how you feel about this?

No problem, I know nurses work shifts so would expect this to be part of a nursing course I could do it and fit my existing work around the placement I could do it but it would have to fit it around my existing work I could do it but would prefer to fit it around my other commitments I couldn’t do this

Question 5/7

How would you best describe your learning style

I prefer to have the resources available online when I need them so I can study whenever I want I prefer to have a fixed time to meet up with my fellow students face-to-face

Question 6/7

Describe your ideal working relationship with colleagues

I prefer to take the lead and make the decisions I prefer to be given clear instructions about what I need to do

Question 7/7

Are there any service users you feel you’d particularly like to work with?

Yes – children and young people Yes – people with learning disabilities Yes – people with mental health problems No – I’d prefer to work with all adults