Professional development
The RCN is committed to lifelong learning and the development of our members.
Publications
Stay up to date with our latest publications.
RCN publications cover a wide range of topics varying from clinical guidance to employment relations issues to advice on bullying.
Nursing Workforce Standards
The RCN's Nursing Workforce Standards are the first national blueprint for tackling the nursing staff shortage levels across the UK.
They set the standard for excellent patient care and nursing support in all settings, and all UK countries.
Introducing RCN Learn
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Professional Services
RCN Professional Services provide a range of educational programmes, which can help organisations to improve patient care and patient experience in the UK. Whether you are aiming to improve the culture of leadership within your workplace or empower your team to implement service innovations we have tools to support you.
You can also demonstrate the high standards of your own learning and development initiatives with the RCN Accreditation and RCN Credentialing.
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Learning resources for Nursing Support Workers
Students
How was your last shift?
Nursing staffing levels impact patient safety. We can’t improve one without improving the other.
Tell us about the staffing on your last shift and help us build an accurate picture of how things are now, so we can fight for change.
Principles for continuing professional development and lifelong learning in health and social care
A set of principles for continuing professional development (CPD) and lifelong learning prepared by a working group comprising organisations from across a range of health and social care sectors including the RCN.
Credentialing
Credentialing recognises the skill of an individual nurse to practice at an advanced level. It supports you to continue your personal and professional development and enhance your career prospects
Revalidation
As a registered nurse or midwife you must revalidate every three years to continue practising.
Transcripts
An official transcript is a statement of your academic performance and progress on your programme of study through the RCN. You can request a copy of your transcript via our online form.
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