CBT Training Program
Prepare for your CBT examination with our intensive 14-day course featuring comprehensive study materials, practice tests, and expert guidance for guaranteed success.
What is the CBT?
The CBT (Computer-Based Test) is the first part of the NMC Test of Competence (ToC) for internationally educated nurses and midwives who wish to register and work in the United Kingdom.
The CBT is designed to test your theoretical and clinical knowledge in line with UK nursing standards. It evaluates whether you have the essential understanding of nursing care, public health, professional values, and evidence-based practice required to deliver safe and effective care in the UK.
It is administered online at Pearson VUE test centres located worldwide.
Who Needs to Take the CBT?
You must take the CBT if:
International Nurses
You are a nurse or midwife trained outside the UK and want to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
Registration Pathway
You are applying to the NMC International Registration pathway.
Structure of the CBT
The CBT consists of a multiple-choice test split into two main parts:
Part A: Numeracy
Focuses on basic drug calculations, fluid volumes, dosage, and conversions commonly used in UK nursing practice.
Part B: Clinical Theory
Covers a wide range of topics including professional values, communication skills, nursing decision-making, patient safety, infection prevention, and mental health nursing care.
You must answer both sections in one sitting, and a pass in both is required to move to the next stage of registration – the NMC OSCE.
Where Can I Take the CBT?
You can take the CBT in Pearson VUE test centres available in most countries worldwide, including:
Nepal
India
Philippines
Nigeria
UAE
UK
South Africa
…and many more
Visit the Pearson VUE website to check locations and book your slot.
How to Prepare for the CBT
Success in the CBT requires targeted preparation. You must be familiar with UK nursing protocols, clinical reasoning, and NMC Code of Conduct. Key topics to revise include:
Medication calculations and safe dosage
Adult nursing procedures
Ethical principles in nursing care
Clinical decision-making and prioritisation
Documentation and patient confidentiality
Patient-centered care, safeguarding, and dignity
Medax Academy – CBT Preparation You Can Trust
At Medax Academy, we help aspiring UK nurses pass their CBT with ease and confidence. OurCBT Preparation Course includes:
Updated question banks based on the latest NMC syllabus
Practice mock tests with performance tracking
Detailed explanations and answer reviews
Expert guidance on numeracy and tricky topics
Our success-focused training ensures you’re fully prepared to pass the CBT on your first attempt and move ahead to the OSCE stage.
FAQs – CBT for Nurses
Q: How many times can I attempt the CBT?
A: You can take the CBT up to 3 times within a 6-month eligibility window. After that, you must restart the NMC application process.
Q: What happens after passing the CBT?
A: Once you pass, you’ll receive your NMC decision letter and become eligible to book your OSCE in the UK.
Q: What if I fail one part of the CBT (numeracy or theory)?
A: Unfortunately, you must retake the full CBT if you fail either section.
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