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It's something I've thought before, and looking at the NMC website I get a little angry at the copyline "Protecting the public through professional standards" Protecting the public?!! Sounds like nurses would be dangerous if not for the NMC! I think something like "Enhancing services through etc etc" sounds nicer, and less derogatory. Anyone got an opinion?

Just wondering what the folks who have done it think. I reckon it's a good thing. I have had a quick look at some questions, and they are fairly tough. Not being big-headed or owt, but I am one of the brighter students on my course, and, not saying I would struggle but I would have to put the work in... I think quite a large percentage of my cohort would fail. But I think it is a good way to keep standards up, and get nurses learning what they really need to.

Any idea of the number of hours actually needed?

Excellent, Thanks all for the replies... I'll see if I can find more about the NCLEX on the web. Cheers, H

Hi, I'm thinking of working abroad at some point, and with the current NHS situation abroad might be sooner than expected... Was wondering if anyone knows if newly qualified nurses are welcomed at all, and if so what sort of support they get in their first year... Thanks in advance, H