Sources and limitations
- This page relies on the published requirements of the NMC, summarised below with links. Where they differ from this summary, theirs apply.
- Participatory learning means learning with one or more other professionals, in person or online.
- The tracker counts towards 35 hours over three years, with 20 participatory. It stays in your browser and does not replace your official record.
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Guide for Nursing Associate
This guide summarises the CPD and revalidation framework that typically applies to Nursing Associate at NHS. Rules change; use official sources on the calculator for definitive requirements.
What applies to Nursing Associate?
As Nursing Associate at NHS, continuing professional development is usually governed by Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). The typical revalidation or review cycle is 3 years. The summary below is taken from published guidance for NMC revalidation. Always confirm current rules on the regulator's website and with your employer.
CPD hours for Nursing Associate
Nursing and Midwifery Council expects 35 hours of CPD in each 3-year revalidation period. At least 20 of those hours must be participatory learning: activity that involves interaction with one or more other professionals (this can include virtual interaction). Reading or e-learning alone usually does not count as participatory unless it includes structured discussion. Use the hours tracker below for your own planning; it does not replace your regulator's or professional body's official records or your employer's training systems.
Wider revalidation and evidence
450 hours of registered practice in the UK or overseas during the same three-year period, sufficiently related to your field of practice. Five written reflective accounts on your practice (at least one based on CPD or practice-related feedback, at least one on the Code). Health and character declaration; professional indemnity arrangement where you practise in a role that requires it.
What to use on this page
The calculator shows the framework that typically applies to Nursing Associate, bullet points from official sources, and links to read the full rules. Where numeric targets exist, you can track hours locally in your browser. Employer mandatory training, appraisal, professional body membership and any second registration sit alongside these requirements.
Example scenario
NMC revalidation for Nursing Associate: 35 hours of CPD over three years, at least 20 of them participatory.
| Role (example) | Nursing Associate |
|---|---|
| Framework (example) | NMC revalidation |
| Review cycle (example) | 3 years |
| CPD target (example) | 35 hours total |
| Participatory minimum (example) | 20 hours |
| On this page | Role-specific guidance, official links and hours tracker |
Frequently asked questions
What counts as participatory CPD?
Learning that involves interaction with one or more other professionals, such as a workshop, a group discussion or an online session with colleagues. At least 20 of your 35 hours must be like this.
What else do I need for revalidation?
450 hours of registered practice over the three years, five written reflective accounts, a health and character declaration and professional indemnity, among other things. The NMC's revalidation pages list them all.
Can I download my tracker?
Where the tracker is shown, you can download a simple CSV of your entered hours for your own records. We ask for your name and email first and store them with MailerLite, our email provider, along with the page you were on. Your calculator inputs and results are not sent. See our privacy policy.
About this role
What is a Nursing Associate?
A Nursing Associate bridges healthcare support worker and registered nurse roles, delivering hands-on care under AfC. Newly qualified Nursing Associates typically start on Band 4.
Typical demands, progression and balance
Nursing Associate roles are a common progression route into registered nursing (Band 5).
What CPD or revalidation applies to me?
Use the guidance and official links above to see what your regulator or employer expects for continuing professional development. Keep records and reflection as they require; confirm any hour targets on the regulator’s current website.
Disclaimer
This page summarises publicly described CPD and revalidation requirements for awareness only. It is not legal, regulatory or fitness-to-practise advice. Rules change; always confirm with your regulator, professional body and employer.