how to register as a nurse in Kenya

Requirements on how to register as a nurse in Kenya are easy to understand. Kenya trains professional nurses who work all over the world.

Nurses trained in Kenya

As a trained nurse in any nursing school in Kenya, you need the following for registration and licensure;

• National identity card or passport
• Two color passport photos
• National Council of Kenya (NCK) Examination Form.
• Kenya University Certificate
• Evidence of completing at least 60 hours of continuing professional development
• Professional certification is useful.

Also, nurses who are educated in Kenya are divided into four categories that determine their requirements before they start the registration process. These includes;

1. Graduates moving from KRCHN (B) to BScN can start enrolling immediately without tuition.
2. Graduates from RN/M to BScN will complete a 15-week independent internship in community health care.
3. Graduates from RN to BScN must complete a 27-week independent internship in midwifery and
4. Community nursing.

A basic BSN must complete a one-year internship (individual or MOH).

You must complete your schooling before you register because it is one of the subjects you will pass at the Nursing Council of Kenya (NCK).

Trained Nurses Outside Kenya (TOK)

If you attend a nursing school outside of Kenya and want to obtain a Kenyan nursing certificate, you need the following;

• Birth certificate
• National identity card or/and passport
• Two passport size photographs
• Practice license is useful
• Original Professional Certificates
• Curriculum vitae
• Original record Kenyan University Certificate
• Copy of college certificate
  Professional certification is useful
• Examination Board Registration
• Evidence of completing at least 60 hours of continuing professional development

Steps to Register Online as a Registered Nurse in Kenya

Once you have completed and passed the national council licensing exam, you can apply for online registration and licensing after receiving your results. You can register manually or digitally, although applying online is best.

Connect with NCK

The first step in your registration is to log in to the Kenya National Council’s online portal.

Then click “Create Account” to continue.

2. Select a category

Once on the registration page, select the category of student or employee. If you are a student, enter your index number, ID number and email address. Alternatively, as a user, provide your registration number, identification number and email address.

3. Provide personal details

Provide your contact details as name. Be sure to provide correct information and set up a unique password. Once you’re done, click the Save button.

4. Go to registration and license

Click the “Registration and Authorization” tab.

Once the page opens, tap on “Permission Request”.

5. Fill in the required details

You must provide your work experience and educational qualifications.

List any nursing experience you’ve had and any nursing education programs you’ve attended.

Also, provide knowledge of the law and other NCK licenses you may have.

6.Download the book

Upload your national identity card, passport, test result and all other documents required for registration.

Also, make sure you put every document in every place.

7. Select the test location

Select one of the test locations provided.

8. Provide business details

You will pay a license fee of Ksh. 1000 through the following bank accounts: Cooperative Bank – Kibera Branch – 01136098613400 or Barclays Bank – Queensway Branch – 094-8023954.

Show the transaction number on the payment slip and the date you paid, i.e. the day you deposited the money in the bank.

9. Submit your application

You can apply now to register as a nurse in Kenya. Also print application notifications.

10. Summary of certificates

Usually the warranty expires after 30 days.

You will receive a collection notification via email or SMS.

You must take your license in person to the NCK office.

In addition, you must have an identity document.

Steps to register as a trained nurse outside Kenya with NCK

1. Contact NCK

You must contact the NCK organization regarding your registration and provide the required documents.

You can contact NCK on the following phone numbers: +254207854665, +254207854669, +254721920567 and 254733924669.

NCK email: info@nckenya.org

2. Analysis

Once you have submitted the documents to NCK, wait for them to verify your eligibility. This organization will contact training schools and nursing/midwifery institutions in the country you are going to.

If NCK is satisfied, you will be invited for an interview by the Registration and Licensing Committee.

3. To see the test

You will need to pass a written proficiency test.

4. Internship

To register as a nurse in Kenya at NCK, you will need to complete a 24-week clinical internship.

5. Submit your application

Once you pass the licensing exam and complete training, you can apply for registration and licensing.

Then, wait for your application to be reviewed.

When submitting your application, you must pay a license fee of Ksh. 2000.

In addition, nurses trained outside Kenya must pay Ksh. 5000 for their registration process.

Payment should be made in the form of a deposit under the account name: Nursing Council of Kenya.

Use the following accounts to pay:

Bank Support: 01136098613400
Barclays Bank: 094-8023954.

Certification

Once your application is approved, you will receive your license after 72 hours and your registration certificate after four weeks.

You have to collect your certificate as a person from NCK office and provide proof.

From there you can work in any hospital in Kenya.

Questions about how to register as a nurse in Kenya

How can I renew my nursing license online in Kenya?

You can renew your nursing license in Kenya online or by visiting an NCK office in person.

Follow this process to renew your license;

• Send renewal fee Ksh. 2,000 to NCK account and Ksh. 4,000 in Barclays Bank for quick processing.
• Log in to the NCK online service portal.
• Select the “Registration and Authorization”
• Click on “new license renewal”.
• You can add the experience and qualifications you have gained since you registered.
• Upload the required documents.
• Enter the bank transaction number on your payment slip. Usually the payment date is the day you deposit the money into the NCK account.
• Submit this application and publish the notification.

The voucher is available for collection after 30 days, you will receive an SMS or email to collect it.

You have to pick up the certificate at the NCK regional office and bring your ID.

How do I register for the NCK exam?

To register for your NCK exam, follow these steps;

• Log in to the NCK Job Portal
• Click on the Test Tools tab
• Finally, choose your preferred exam location.

What are the entry requirements for nursing?

To get a nursing certificate in Kenya, most colleges will require you to get at least a C- grade in your KCSE and a relevant combination of other subjects.

Similarly, if you want to get a nursing degree, you must have at least a C in your KCSE and a suitable combination of other subjects.

Finally, if you want to pursue an advanced degree in nursing, you must have a degree in nursing or any other relevant field with a minimum of two years of experience.

How do I download a travel pass as a nurse?

In the time of Covid-19, nurses and midwives in Kenya with valid licenses need an attendance pass to work at night.

To download your return pass, log in to your online service portal.

Then click on download curfew pass and print it.