Does the NMC accept MSN in Advanced Pediatric Nursing?

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Hi

I'm a UK citizen in the US hoping to do a Direct Entry Masters (3yr course) in Pediatric nursing. The likelihood is, given the visa situation/retrogression that I will have to come home once I have done my OPT and get a job back in the UK. Will the DEMSN be acceptable as a NP qualification, or even an RN (I will do NCLEX and get my RN status halfway through the MSN). My aim is to work in the NICU, whether here in the US or back home in the UK.

I'd really appreciate any advice! Thanks :)

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Specializes in Medical and general practice now LTC.

Very hard to say as NMC will access the training themselves. You could always contact them and ask. RN training has to meet 3 years but a lot depends on transcripts and hours. They do list it in the overseas section on how many hours they look for

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Definitely check with them first, have not seen these direct entry programs be accepted by them in the past, as they want a full three years in the undergrad part of it as a start to meet their requirements. And these three year direct entry programs do not have that.

When going to foreign countries, the rules change considerably.

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Hhhmmmm ... That's what I keep hearing. I am considering doing the 3yr Bsn here, then Opt if possible, then do a Masters. I've got the opportunity to go to a very good school here and get some fabulous training and education. Given the scary state of the NHS currently I need to make sure I'll be an acceptable and desirable candidate for positions in the UK. Luckily as a UK citizen I won't have visa issues. I just need to make sure my qualifications are accepted!

Thanks for your advice so far. I really appreciate you taking the time to help! :)

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