Test of Competence - nurses and midwives
If you're taking the test for nurses and midwives.
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We use the Test of Competence (ToC) to assess the skills and knowledge of people applying to join our register from overseas or rejoin our register after a long period away from practice.
If you're taking the test for nurses and midwives.
If you're taking the test for nursing associates.
Find out the latest pass rates and number of sittings for each part of the test.