The Viva does not change the level of preparation candidates need to undertake for the test and there are no plans currently to make changes to the published marking criteria. The Viva will not require new or additional learning and will not apply to those candidates that make errors in the test which constitute serious patient safety concerns. Someone at the test centre will also take your photograph for your ID that you need to wear while you're there. I need to update my passport Alternatively, you can join our community chat server and coordinate a group session with some fellow Geeky Medics. 🙌 We’ll search & match you with another user How will a candidate know if a Viva has been applied? The examiner will ask a question at the end of the station and the candidate will have an opportunity to provide a verbal rectification. Candidates cannot request a Viva; it is applied automatically by the assessor following the process outlined above. You will need to show the test centre your valid passport so that they can verify your identity. This must be the same passport that you provided earlier in your application.

Solid state physics Quantum theory Chemical bonds SCIENCE Physics Condensed Matter Física do estado sólido Mecânica quântica Each OSCE station comes with relevant questions covering key learning points such as further investigations, differential diagnosis, management and complications. Ideal for students of all stages Once we've confirmed that you need to take the Test of Competence, you can book and pay for your OSCE with one of our test providers. Applying for readmission There won’t be any changes to the number of stations candidates will be asked to sit, but they may be presented with a different clinical scenario or skill which other candidates may not have experienced.We’ve produced a brief video showing you how you can create your own OSCE stations and then organise them into circuits to share with others. 🙂

Part two of the Test of Competence is a practical exam known as the OSCE. In this part you'll be tested on your clinical and communication skills.

Resitting the OSCE

You can then use our ‘Group Study Mode’ to assign roles (e.g. student, examiner, patient) for each station easily using a PIN. Due to the success of the Viva, test centres will be rolling this out from Monday 23 October 2023. The Viva will be available to candidates across all fields of nursing, and midwifery, and those applying to join our register as a nursing associate. It will be applied to one station initially, will not be applied to written stations, and will only be available to candidates sitting their first attempt at the test.