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    The English National Board proposed removing staff-to-student ratios for nursing courses, drawing sharp criticism from the UKCC council. This change impacts the regulation and approval of future nursing and midwifery education.

    Area of Science:

    • Healthcare Education
    • Nursing Regulation

    Background:

    • The English National Board (ENB) is responsible for setting standards in nursing and midwifery education.
    • Regulatory bodies often use staff-to-student ratios to ensure quality of education and student support.

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    • To report on the recent controversy surrounding proposed changes to nursing course regulations.
    • To highlight the critical response from the UKCC council to the ENB's proposal.

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