Main description:

The need for nurses is always great, but so is the competition to secure a place in a pre-registration programme at university. If you re considering a career in nursing, Get into UK Nursing School For Dummies can provide you with the vital edge you need to succeed at getting into nursing school. This compact book provides you with expert advice at each step along the way, including: * Career assessment is nursing for you? * Choosing a field to specialize in adult, children's, mental health or learning disability nursing. * Long term planning A-levels, extracurricular activities, volunteer work, and work experience that can make you a more attractive candidate * Considerations for mature/non-traditional students. * Personal statement Plenty of insight and examples to help you create a winning and truly personal personal statement * Research Put together a plan that ensures you find a university that s right for you. * Test preparation Brush up on your literacy and numeracy skills. * The interview Common questions and how to tackle them whether you re in a one-on-one and group interview. From "How do I get started?" to "When can I expect to be offered a place?"
Get into Nursing School For Dummies answers the questions you have with the information you need.

Contents:

Introduction 1 Part I: Getting Started with a Career in Nursing 7 Chapter 1: Getting to Know Nursing 9 Chapter 2: Exploring Your Options: Nursing Fields 25 Part II: Focusing on Your Personal Development 43 Chapter 3: Weighing Academic Qualifications 45 Chapter 4: Professional Requirements: How Do You Rate? 65 Chapter 5: Proving Your People Skills 77 Chapter 6: Gaining Care Experience 89 Part III: Preparing to Apply 103 Chapter 7: Understanding the Nursing Programme 105 Chapter 8: Exploring Universities 119 Chapter 9: Making the Most of Open Days and Visits 135 Chapter 10: Money Matters 143 Part IV: Perfecting Your Application 159 Chapter 11: Following the UCAS Process 161 Chapter 12: Writing Your Personal Statement 169 Chapter 13: Finding Solid References 181 Part V: Attending Selection Days ... And Beyond 189 Chapter 14: Attending the Selection Day 191 Chapter 15: Preparing for Assessments 203 Chapter 16: Excelling in the Interview 213 Chapter 17: Getting Your Results and Making Decisions 227 Part VI: The Part of Tens 239 Chapter 18: Ten Tips for a Successful Application 241 Chapter 19: Ten Common Pitfalls to Navigate 245 Index 251