<p>The NMC CBT nursing exam is an essential test for individuals seeking registration with the United Kingdom’s NMC (Nursing & Midwifery Council) as international nurses or midwives. Additionally, those who wish to rejoin the NMC register after a prolonged absence from practice must undergo this examination.</p>
<p>The exam is a component of <a href="https://www.trueprofile.io/member/resources/taking-the-test-of-competence-for-uk-nurses-and-midwives" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NMC’s Test of Competence (ToC)</a>, which evaluates the skills and knowledge of foreign nurses and midwives applying for registration. The <a href="https://www.trueprofile.io/member/resources/osce-exam" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">OSCE test</a> is the other part of ToC. Keep reading to learn more about the CBT nursing exam.</p>
<h2>What is the CBT Exam?</h2>
<p>The CBT exam is a computer-based test that tests your ability and knowledge to practice nursing safely in the UK. It is made up of 115 multiple-choice questions and split into two parts.</p>
<p>Part A covers numeracy with 15 questions, and Part B covers clinical nursing with 100 questions. It takes 3 hours to complete, with 30 minutes allocated for Part A and 2 hours and 30 minutes for Part B. Questions are scored as either correct or incorrect, with no partial credit. The exam fee is £83.</p>
<h2>How To Apply for the CBT Nursing Exam</h2>
<p>You will first have to register with the NMC before you can apply for the CBT nursing exam. You can do this online on their<a href="https://online.nmc-uk.org/Account/Login?ReturnUrl=/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> official website</a>. NMC will then notify you whether you have to take the exam.</p>
<p>The exam can be taken at various Pearson VUE test centers. You will need a Pearson VUE user account to log in, book, and pay for the exam.</p>
<p>When you log into your <a href="https://home.pearsonvue.com/nmc" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Pearson VUE account</a>:</p>
<ul>
<li>Click on the ‘view exams’ button</li>
<li>Select the correct exam that matches your application type</li>
<li>Select both modules (Part A and Part B) for your first attempt</li>
</ul>
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<p>You must book the CBT that is consistent with your application type. The exam codes you can expect include the following;</p>
<ul>
<li>Children’s nurse-RNC</li>
<li>Midwife-RM</li>
<li>Mental health nurse-RNMH</li>
<li>Adult nurse-RNA</li>
<li>Learning disabilities nurse-RNLD</li>
</ul>
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<p>If, for example, you are applying for registration as an adult nurse, you will need to select and book the adult nursing CBT. Your booking information should look like this;</p>
<ul>
<li>Exam: RNA 2021: Adult nurse</li>
<li>Module 1: RNA 2021: Adult nurse- Part A: Numeracy only</li>
<li>Module 2: RNA 2021: Adult nurse-Part B: Clinical only</li>
</ul>
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<p>Should you book the wrong CBT type, it will not be accepted as part of your registration, and you will have to retake and pay for the correct CBT.</p>
<h2>Preparing for Your CBT Nursing Exam</h2>
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<p>Once notified of your eligibility for the CBT, you will be informed of the scheduled date. The dates can’t be changed.</p>
<p>To ensure success on your first attempt, it’s important to prepare thoroughly for the CBT exam before your scheduled date. The NMC website offers <a href="https://www.nmc.org.uk/registration/joining-the-register/toc/toc-2021/resources/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">helpful materials</a> to assist with your preparation, while <a href="https://home.pearsonvue.com/nmc/practicetests" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Pearson VUE’s website provides practice tests</a> specifically designed for CBT. These practice tests can familiarize you with question formats, styles, and difficulty levels.</p>
<p>The NMC website also includes <a href="https://www.nmc.org.uk/globalassets/sitedocuments/registration/toc-21/cbt-candidate-handbook-toc-2021-v1.3---nursing.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">information booklets</a> guiding you through the CBT process. These booklets provide insights into exam rules, such as the recommended time to answer each question.</p>
<p>Remember, when you arrive at the test center, you must present a valid passport to confirm your identity. Make sure it matches the passport details provided in your NMC online account.</p>
<h2>Getting Your NMC CBT Results</h2>
<p>Once you’ve completed the exam, you can check your results in the exam report directly after the CBT. You can also check your results via your Pearson VUE account or NMC online account within 48 hrs of sitting the exam.</p>
<p>You will receive a pass or fail for each part of the test. If you pass part A of the exam but fail part B, you will have failed the exam. You can only pass it if you pass both Part A and B.</p>
<h2>Retaking Your CBT Nursing Exam</h2>
<p>If you fail your CBT exam, you have three attempts to pass it before waiting six months to submit a new application and sit it again. The three attempts have at least ten days between each sitting. Note that you only need to retake the part of the exam that you failed.</p>
<h2>Conclusion</h2>
<p>The CBT nursing exam is a vital part of your NMC registration process. You, therefore, have to prepare well for it to ensure you don’t delay your plans to start working in the UK as a qualified nurse.</p>
<p>(<strong>Note:</strong> The CBT is not the only test you will have to do and pass when registering to be a member of the NMC as an international nurse. You will also have to pass the OSCE).</p>
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