Membership for students
Join the world’s largest nursing union and professional body
As the world’s largest nursing union and professional body, we know the dedication it takes to become a nurse, midwife or nursing degree apprentice.
Being a member of the Royal College of Nursing can help you get the most out of your course and excel in your future career. Gain access to learning resources, wellbeing support, financial and legal advice with your RCN student membership.
Benefits of RCN membership
For just 84p per month, we’ll see you through your student journey with Europe’s largest nursing library and e-library, financial advice, careers guidance, and support from our team of experts.
As a member, you'll gain access to:
Learning resources
Enhance your studies and future career with access to Europe's largest nursing library and RCN Learn.
Careers guidance
Prepare for your future career with our telephone career and interview coaching and online resources to help with CV writing.
Making a difference
We represent your interests and campaign on issues that matter to you. Get involved and use your voice to demand change for nursing.
Counselling
Access free confidential telephone counselling with our accredited therapists to help you deal with work-related or personal challenges.
Member discounts
Recoup the cost of your membership with discounts at over 3,000 retailers, cinemas and money off your mobile phone bill.
Member Support Services
You can receive free, confidential advice, representation and support on a range of issues that affect you at home and at work.
Not only that:
- Access RCN Starting Out - an exclusive online resource for nursing students to help support your nursing journey.
- Nursing Essentials - view our online crib cards for the latest information and support.
- Network and connect with other professionals by joining a forum relevant to a placement you are starting, or a role you want in the future.
- Join our exclusive student webinars on topics that help you most during your studies.
Here's how our existing members are utilising their membership:
Learning resources
With Europe’s largest nursing library, and a team of expert advisers on hand, we can help with a range of enquiries.
Placement Support
We'll help you through your placements by providing advice, counselling and tips on managing your finances.
Careers advice
Our expert careers advisers, online resources, professional forums and networking events will help you kick start your career.
Member discounts
RCNXtra can help you save money on shopping, cinema trips, mobile phone bills and more.
