Can an American register with the NMC with an ADN degree?

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Hey! I'm a 20-year-old USA nursing student set to graduate this coming Spring with an ADN degree. I've always wanted to work in the UK and eventually live there permanently. However, I was wondering if my ADN degree would allow me nursing registration in the UK or if I should get my RN-to-BSN in another two semesters before I go. Does anyone at all have any experience with this? Anything at all would help, this is my dream!

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https://www.nmc.org.uk/

Try contacting the NMC directly. It's your best bet for up to date, accurate information. Good luck.

 

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5 hours ago, DavidFR said:

https://www.nmc.org.uk/

Try contacting the NMC directly. It's your best bet for up to date, accurate information. Good luck.

 

Thank you so much! I sent them a message today, I'm hoping to get a reply soon ?

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Greetings,

I'm also in the process of applying for UK licensure (been a bedside CCU/CVICU nurse for 11 years). I'm a dual American/British citizen and I have an accelerated BSN degree which was completed in 12 months. After waiting for 6 months my application finally went through the NMC with only a confirmation of my US nursing license, no educational documents needed--in other words, they apparently didn't care about the duration nor level of my nursing degree. I'm in the testing phase now: CBT passed, OSCE next. So in answer to your question, I believe a US nursing license in good standing is sufficient enough.

I've had a much easier time with the NMC than with HAAD (Health Authority Abu Dhabi). I was pursuing Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi until my ABSN wasn't recognized by HAAD because of duration (I didn't have the required minimum 3 years). I'm now pursuing Cleveland Clinic London...which is possible since I can get licensed in the UK.

I'm pretty sure you're okay to get licensed and good luck getting a response from the NMC--it took forever every time I tried! All the best!

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On 11/7/2021 at 1:38 AM, uaefan said:

Greetings,

I'm also in the process of applying for UK licensure (been a bedside CCU/CVICU nurse for 11 years). I'm a dual American/British citizen and I have an accelerated BSN degree which was completed in 12 months. After waiting for 6 months my application finally went through the NMC with only a confirmation of my US nursing license, no educational documents needed--in other words, they apparently didn't care about the duration nor level of my nursing degree. I'm in the testing phase now: CBT passed, OSCE next. So in answer to your question, I believe a US nursing license in good standing is sufficient enough.

I've had a much easier time with the NMC than with HAAD (Health Authority Abu Dhabi). I was pursuing Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi until my ABSN wasn't recognized by HAAD because of duration (I didn't have the required minimum 3 years). I'm now pursuing Cleveland Clinic London...which is possible since I can get licensed in the UK.

I'm pretty sure you're okay to get licensed and good luck getting a response from the NMC--it took forever every time I tried! All the best!

Thank you so much!! I really appreciate this response, this is really encouraging ? I might be on the road to my dream!

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As far as I know you need a BSN. 

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