The Objective Structured Clinical Examination

OSCE (The objective structured clinical examination)

The objective structured clinical examination (OSCE) is used to test the competence of candidates applying for health care professions (Nursing) in the UK. To assess the clinical skill proficiency of the candidates and their skills to deal with workload following healthcare guidelines. Good preparation for an OSCE is vital to obtain competence for registration with NMC (*Nursing and Midwifery Council). OSCE can help international students gain first knowledge of the working environment in UK and confidence to use their skills in their carrying out day-to-day duties.
The exam consists of Ten stations:

1. Four stations are scenario-based, where the candidate’s skills are tested for various real-life scenarios. Step in education’s Programme organiser and tutors guide you through every step of preparation and mock tests that boosts your confidence to get through the test successfully.
2. Four Stations are based on clinical skills.
3. One test is for Professional value Station- which tests your ability to show professionalism in your assessment in dealing with the given scenario.
4. The last station is evidence-based, where you will have to deal practically usually with an assessor acting as a patient.

 
Requirement for registration with NMC (Nursing and midwifery council) UK.
 
To register with NMC following steps are required;

1. Birth certificate
2. Valid passport
3. Health certificate from a medical practitioner (*GP or doctor)
4. Have an English language pass mark (IELTS level 7 or above) or OET 60% and above.
5. Proof of continuous school education of at least 10 years and a three-year Nursing degree.
6. Police Certificate from country of origin (Character Certificate)
7. The proof of qualifications (secondary and higher secondary school certificates and Nursing degree)
8. Copies of transcripts from nursing school showing clinical training. Transcripts must show the number of hours spent
9. Unlimited registration with the local nursing body.
10. References covering the last 12 months of professional or educational work placements.

Confirmation from NAARIC for UK equivalence of qualifications.