Information for members contacted by the NMC about their computer-based test

Members who completed their computer-based competence test at the testing centre in Ibadan, Nigeria may have received a letter or email from the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) about needing to complete another test. If this affects you, read our guidance on what to do next.

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Learning resources for nurses and midwives

Learning resources for the nursing workforce

Membership fee increase from 1 September 2025

This page answers your FAQs about the rise in membership fees

Membership for nurses and midwives

Join the RCN as a nurse or midwife to access legal support, learning resources, career guidance and member benefits, empowering your professional development.

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Join the RCN as a student for free in your first year and access learning resources, career support, counselling, wellbeing guidance and exclusive member discounts.

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Nursing student webinar

Pay, terms and conditions in Independent Health and Social Care employers

The RCN believes in fair pay and good terms and conditions for all staff.