1:1 mentoring through the NMC Fitness to Practise process
One-to-one mentorship from healthcare professionals who have lived the Fitness to Practise process, guiding and supporting you every step of the way.
Guidance tailored to your situation
Through 1:1 mentorship we guide and direct you, giving easy-to-understand feedback and adapting our approach to suit your needs. Every case is different, so your support is built around you, not a template.
Rebuild your confidence and emotional resilience
Pair mentorship with Rebuilding Confidence Following FtP
Support at every stage of the NMC process
Most cases never reach a hearing. Wherever you are, a mentor helps you understand what's happening and what you can do next.
- Stage 1
Referral
Mentoring helps you make sense of the letter, plan your first steps and find the right union or legal support.
- Stage 2
Screening
Mentoring helps you understand what the NMC is looking at and start reflecting early.
- Stage 3
Investigation
Mentoring helps you gather evidence of learning and write a reflection that shows insight.
- Stage 4
Case examiners
Mentoring helps you prepare your response, showing insight, remediation and strengthened practice.
- If needed
Hearing or meeting
Mentoring helps you know what to expect and practise talking about your learning.
- Afterwards
Outcome and return
Mentoring helps you work within any order, rebuild confidence and get back to work.
An interim order can be considered at any stage if there is a risk to the public. Fit 2 Practise is independent and not affiliated with the NMC, and mentoring is not legal advice or representation. See the NMC Fitness to Practise process explained for more detail.
Getting started with mentorship is simple
Get in touch
Tell us a little about your situation through our contact form, in complete confidence.
Meet your mentor
We pair you with a mentor who understands your regulator and circumstances.
Work through it together
Regular 1:1 sessions to prepare, reflect, and move forward with confidence.
Ongoing support
Continued guidance right through to your outcome and return to practice.
What registrants say about our mentorship
“I am so grateful to wake up this morning and knowing that I have not been removed from the register. The mentorship work have been so appreciated and acknowledged during the hearing hence the panel gave me another chance. I want to say a big thank you for all your support Cathryn. I got a 9 months suspension without review. I take it as a win. Thank you for everything!”
“I wanted to take the opportunity to sincerely thank you both for all of your support throughout my NMC case. I am still in shock that it is all over to be quite honest… Cathryn, thank you for your guidance, reassurance and mentorship over what has been an incredibly difficult process. Your support has meant a great deal to me.”
People who have been there
Cathryn Watters
Founder & MentorRegistered nurse with lived experience of the process. Founder of Fit 2 Practise and NMCWatch, supporting nurses and midwives through every stage. About Cathryn
Ruth Rowse
Mentor & EducatorTherapeutic Radiographer and university lecturer with 15+ years in education, helping you get the most from your learning.
Adam Watters
Technical SupportKeeps the platform and your course hub running smoothly. Founder of Adam Watters Creative and Psyche Creative.
Questions about FtP mentoring
Still unsure whether mentoring is right for you? A free introduction call is the easiest way to find out.
Ready to talk it through?
Book a free introduction call with Cathryn, with no obligation, just a chance to talk through your situation. Everything you share is treated in the strictest confidence.