NMC Revalidation for Nurses
In the UK, all registered nurses, midwives, and nursing associates are required to revalidate with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) every three years to maintain their registration.
Revalidation is a key part of the NMC’s regulatory process and is designed to ensure that nursing professionals continue to meet the standards required for safe, effective, and person-centred care.
Unsure how revalidation works and what’s required? Then this page is for you! Find the answers to your questions below.
Revalidation encourages professionals to:
Maintain fitness to practice within their specific scope of practice
Embed the NMC Code into daily practice and ongoing development
Engage with peers and professional networks to reduce isolation
Participate in appraisals and CPD, strengthening employer engagement in standards
Revalidation FAQs for Nurses
Navigating revalidation can feel complex, so we’ve answered some of the most common questions nurses have about the process. Whether you’re approaching your renewal date or just planning ahead, the FAQs below outline the key requirements and how to stay on track.
- A minimum of 450 hours of registered practice over three years
- For dual registrants (e.g. nurse and midwife), a total of 900 hours is required
