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bola01234:
Congrats once again
Pls tell us the process we will be glad to hear and celebrate together.

I shared here

https://www.nairaland.com/6748312/uk-skilled-worker-visa-health/21#109533402

Apologies ahead if I'm derailing the thread, bit my intention.

Please those that have been able to successfully switch from Study Visa to Skilled worker/Health & Care visa (before finishing studies), how long did the decision take?

I'm about to make payment for the family and would like to understand the process. Did you do another biometric (I'm in Scotland, will I travel to England for that?).

Thank you.

Hi everyone, for those that have been able to successfully switch from Study Visa to Skilled worker/Health & Care visa (before finishing studies), how long did the decision take?

I'm about to make payment for the family and would like to understand the process. Did you do another biometric (I'm in Scotland, will I travel to England for that?).

Thank you.

KAYSEE8686:
Hello CheesyTee. Pls how did you go about it cos I'm in d UK too and seem not to be makeing any headway to my application to the nhs

I shared it on this page.
https://www.nairaland.com/6748312/uk-skilled-worker-visa-health/21#109533402

dee1504:
Congratulations. Your CoS is supposed to contain the duration of your contract. If it doesn't contain it, you can send a mail to your HR about it. It would be rectified.

Thank you. I have emailed the HR about that. Although it's a permanent position but better to clarify than make assumption.

I just realised I didn't need NARIC after all as I already have CAS that mentioned my level of English.

I have requested for cancellation.

lynniebabes:
Congratulations. Please are you in the uk?

Thank you. Yea, I am.

I received my COS today from NHS!!!

But it didn't specify how many years they're sponsoring me for. I have emailed them to clarify this.

Chikalaman:
It's actually 400 pounds

Hopefully, by morning. Maybe it's because na weekend.

Chikalaman:
Thank you for your reply, mine is since 3:00pm I sent it up until now, its saying processing and beneficiary hasn't gotten value. I sent

You will get email once it's been processed. It may take a while if the money is much.

Chikalaman:
Hello house good evening, I sent some funds through ohentpay today but its been over 3 hours yet, status is still pending and beneficiary hasn't gotten value. Its my first time of using them. Please has anyone had this issue.

I did. Although, the amount I sent wasn't much and I sent it from my Uk account to my naira account.

I got credited after like 15min.

cyberknoz:
I paid £147.80 vat inclusive ... did not pay for hard copy delivery yet until I get the e statement then would request for hard copy delievery

It was added by default for me after selecting UK as my location

amehrada:
For real? Saw £140 when I checked, so there are hidden charges? E clear say na IELTS na win am.

I paid £171 for hard copy and this includes tax.

dee1504:
Once you get your CoS, update your immigration status i.e Visa. If CoS is about to expire, you must renew it or terminate your employment with them

Thank you

My people, abeg help check screenshot. It's a conditional offer though and my study visa expires in Jan 2023.

Question: The clause "It is your responsibility to ensure this eligibility and entitlement is maintained throughout your period of employment with NHS Western Isles" dey confuse me.

Ifesinachi22:
Thank you so much bro.

I really didn't understand what you mean by Ms Team on your reaction to number one question

MS Teams is Microsoft Teams app. That's what NHS uses for their interview.

efilefun:
Good morning, please does the UKVI accept the NARIC (Ecctis) downloadable e-statement for visa purposes, or must one use the hardcopy? Thanks, this is pretty urgent

I'm sorry, I do not have an answer to your question. I hope someone responds soon.

Viruses:
I understand better now after reading @LagosismyHome's comment.

You need a letter from your school stating that English is the medium of instruction. It will be issued by your school's registrar and addressed to NARIC. However, your school will not send it to NARIC themselves, they will send it to you then you will scan it and upload to NARIC.

I think you are better of with IELTS, just register for the next available one if what you want to use it for is time-bound.

I did IELTS and NARIC but I used the IELTS because before NARIC came out owing to my school's delay in issuing the said letter, I had already applied with IELTS and my visa was even out seff.

Thank you for your response. It's not time-bound and Canada don make me get PTSD for IELTS

Akorkor:
For me, I uploaded my B.sc & one MSc. Didn’t upload the second one due to long process of getting proof of English from the school.
And NARIC responded within 4 working days which was surprising because this was December period and by the way, it was standard.

Thank you for your response. I will just upload the degree that I've got proof of English for.

It will definitely take time to get proof of English for my BSc.

Zimzee:
Hi everyone,
I just came across this thread and I was so fascinated as so many questions on my mind were answered here, however, I still have few things I want to clarify.
I am currently on a student visa in UK September 2021 batch, studying msc psychology (Conversion). I did sociology and anthropology in my BSC and I don't have work experience in that regard. Meanwhile, I am currently working in care home here the UK.
I want to know how I can utilize My msc degree to get a sponsorship job here, please @cheesyTee, @dee1504 and @Uzland, I know you guys a well experienced in this journey.
I am a bit confused as I have read that msc psychology conversion can only fetch me band 4 job. Please what are my options. I want to start exploring them early enough as I don't want to pay £2000 for PSW if I don't end up getting sponsorship job. Is it possible to switch on this new launched pathway of care giving?

With your MSc Psychology conversion, you will need a specialisation course. Some got for Clinical Psychology while some take another diploma in CBT. However, some band 4 assistant psychology positions are permanent, you may start with that.

I have also seen a band 5 Assistant Psychologist position under councils like Orkney and Highland.

Viruses:
Maybe things have changed or I don't understand you properly.
When I did mine, I gave them cert and transcript, they evaluated and gave me proof of English certificate. I wasn't the one that gave them proof of English.
Nonetheless, uploading just your highest qualification should be fine.

Thank you. I think things have changed too. I'll upload my highest degree.

Viruses:
Are you talking about getting NARIC proof of English proficiency? you need to upload your certificate and transcript.
If you create a free account and login, you'll see the checklist of required documents.

Thank you for your response.

Yes. I have uploaded the required documents. They also requested proof of English to be uploaded.

I wanted to know if it's okay to upload just Msc. instead of two degrees.

Good evening, I'm trying to apply for NARIC, can I upload just my MSc credentials and proof of English or I must upload BSc as well.

I don't have proof of English for my BSc, hence my question.

Engobi:
Hi good morning cheesyTee please can you kindly link me up to a reliable housing agent in Scotland?

Check openrent, rightmove or zoopla.

If you have anyone already in Scotland, you may ask them to help you go for viewing.

mizGene:
Good on you. Switch if you can. If your studies don't interfere with work too much, you can complete it on the side...otherwise, defer or abort

Thank you.
Studies will most likely be affected.

The job is in another council and the trip to school is roughly 7hrs. Unless I fly.

Hi nairalanders, I've been reading about switching from student visa to skilled worker visa. I got NHS offer (band 6) as a psychotherapist.

I am September term and they're still doing some background checks so it's may take 4-6 weeks before I receive an unconditional offer.

I'm looking to switch even though I'm yet to ask for COS. I'm waiting to receive an unconditional offer before asking.

ybahrbz91:
Congratulations @CheesyTee.

I also got an offer recently as a Physiotherapist with NHSGGC. Since you are in Scotland already,
Can you please give me some heads-up about NHS Scotland.

Congratulations!!! I seriously have no experience working in NHS.

Thank you.

As I mentioned, I am on a student visa and I came into Uk in September 2021 for MSc. Health Psychology.

I have MSc. Clinical Psychology from Nigeria already with experience as a clinical psychologist too.

I was previously focusing on assistant psychologists, healthcare assistants and support workers positions because getting a job as a clinical psychologist requires a doctorate and HCPC registration. I started checking vacancies in my field because my experience working as a carer with an agency wasn't something I wanted for a long-term purpose.

I then realised I was qualified for the position of a cognitive behaviour therapist considering my previous masters and work experience from Nigeria.

Some required HCPC registration while some doesn't. I got several "following your application... we regret to inform you..." mail

I realised it's better to go to rural areas (at least for me) than focus on NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde or West of Scotland and other popular places.

I got an interview invitation to come in person but I requested a virtual interview instead.

The rest, they say na story.

And here we are...

dee1504:
Congratulations ma'am. Your patience paid off. Welcome to the NHS.

Kindly share your experience, so that other PSYCHOTHERAPISTS can learn i.e B.Sc, M.Sc, other relevant qualifications, how you applied, any tips for applications, etc

Got my conditional offer today!

CheesyTee:
Hello guys, I am a student in Scotland and I applied for a job as a Band 6 psychotherapist position in NHS. I was called about 3hrs after my interview and since then, it’s been radio silent.

I’ve called the HR department of the hospital and they said they’re waiting for the Director to sign off on some documents.

The wait since December is killing me.

Hello guys, I am a student in Scotland and I applied for a job as a Band 6 psychotherapist position in NHS. I was called about 3hrs after my interview and since then, it’s been radio silent.

I’ve called the HR department of the hospital and they said they’re waiting for the Director to sign off on some documents.

The wait since December is killing me.

ijeshaprincess:
A lot of options comes up when you google "student accommodation paisely". Have you checked them out?

Thank you. I’m looking for a two bedroom flat as I’m going with my family.

cdieli:
Please I need help or link from anyone in Scotland in securing an accommodation at Paisley, Scotland. I have been trying to get an accommodation, my travelling date is getting close. Thank you

Same here. The search is tiring.