The Standards applicable to each Gateway can be found on the NMC website.
To gain programme approval, an Approved Education Institution (AEI) must meet the requirements set out in the standards for education and training, and the relevant programme standards.
NMC quality assurance reviews use a gateway approach to programme approval. The Standards used for review will depend on the programme the institution wishes to approve and whether the institution already has NMC Approved Education Institution status.
Gateway 1
Part 1: Standards framework for nursing and midwifery education
In scope for institutions without AEI status seeking institutional approval.
Gateway 2
Part 2: Standards for student supervision and assessment
In scope for institutions without AEI status seeking institutional approval, or institutions with AEI status who have opted for a programme-level approach to alignment.
Gateway 3
Part 3: Programme standards
Relevant programme standards in scope for the programme being approved.
Gateway 4
Part 4: Approval visit with the institution
Further information about the quality assurance approach can also be found in QAA’s guidance for institutions.
Contact us
If you have any questions about programme approval, you can contact QAA’s NMC team by email or telephone. Our office hours are Monday to Friday, 09.00-17.00hrs.