There are many ways that you can develop the qualifications and experience needed to become a registered nurse, however you must complete a degree-level qualification and register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council to be able to work as a fully qualified nurse.
The image below shows some of the ways that you can develop your knowledge to progress in your nursing career, such as apprenticeships, t-levels, leadership courses and university degrees.
One of the best ways to develop your skills in the nursing profession is through learning on the job. Getting experience of a real health environment and working with patients and clinical teams will help you develop emotional and cognitive skills as well as the applied works skills that you need to have a rewarding and fulfilling nursing career.