English language requirements
When you apply to register with us, we need to be satisfied you have the necessary knowledge of English to communicate clearly and effectively.
This requirement is the same for all applicants to our register.
Types of evidence we accept
There are three types of evidence that will satisfy us that you have the necessary knowledge of English to practise in the UK. We will accept one of these types without needing further evidence.
If you cannot provide the evidence we request, or we are not satisfied with what you send us, you will need to provide an alternative type of evidence.
We highly recommend you make sure you can meet our language evidence requirements before you apply to us.
Explore our three accepted evidence types below to decide which is best suited to your circumstances.
See our guidance on language requirements for a more detailed overview or have a look at our FAQs below.
English language tests
You have recently achieved the required scores in one of our accepted English language tests
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Qualified in English
You have a pre-registration nurse, midwife or nursing associate qualification that was taught and examined in English
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Recent practice in English
You have one year of recent practice as a nurse, midwife, or nursing associate in a country where English is the majority-spoken language
Find out moreProviding supporting information from your employer
Some people who apply to join our register may be eligible to provide additional information from their current UK employer to support their application. Whether you can use this option will depend on your circumstances and whether you can meet certain requirements.
