Welcome to the Nursing and Midwifery Practice Education and Pre‑registration Resource
This hub brings together a comprehensive range of guidance, tools and learning resources to support practice supervisors, practice assessors, educators and students across Scotland. It is designed to help you navigate practice learning, strengthen learning environments, and support early career pathways within NHS Scotland.
Aligned to Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) education standards, these resources support Scotland’s commitment to developing a skilled, sustainable nursing and midwifery workforce.
You’ll find information on:
- practice education standards
- career support
- roles and responsibilities
- and pre-registration requirements
All of this is provided alongside evidence-based resources to support high-quality, person-centred learning across a range of practice settings.
Whether you are preparing for a supervision or assessment role, seeking tools to enhance practice learning environments, or exploring career progression, or structured pathways to support professional development, this resource brings a collection of evidence-based resources together in one place to support safe, effective and compassionate care.
Formerly known as the Future Nurse and Midwife pages, this refreshed content reflects current national priorities, strengthens accessibility, and makes it easier to find the information you need.
Practice education and pre-registration in Scotland
Key Practice Education Resources
Access essential guidance and tools to support learning, supervision, and assessment in the practice learning environment. Use the links below to explore the resources you need.
Careers in Nursing and Midwifery
Thinking About a Career in Nursing or Midwifery?
Discover what it’s like to work as a nurse or midwife in Scotland. Explore the wide range of roles, skills and opportunities available across NHS Scotland and learn how these professions play a vital role in delivering safe, person‑centred care in a variety of healthcare settings.
Whether you’re just starting to consider your career options, or you're already exploring your next step, you can:
- Understand the roles – what nurses and midwives do day to day, and the skills and values needed to succeed
- Explore career pathways – the different routes into nursing and midwifery, including university and alternative entry options
- Learn about opportunities – where your career could take you within NHS Scotland
Currently a Support Worker?
If you’re working as a support worker and thinking about progressing into nursing, explore the Future Nurse Career Pathways resource. It sets out clear, structured routes to help you move into the profession.
HNC Healthcare Practice Evaluation
Access information and supporting materials related to HNC Healthcare Practice evaluation, including guidance, expectations, and supporting documentation.
Further Information about Practice Education
Learn about the roles of Practice Education Facilitators (PEFs), Care Home Education Facilitators (CHEFs) and Practice Educators (PEs).
Discover how they support learning in practice settings and contribute to the ongoing professional development of the nursing and midwifery workforce across Scotland.
Contact the Practice Education Team
Looking for Support?
We’re here to support your practice education journey. If you need further information, guidance, or support, please get in touch.