STORYTIME: MY FIRST MONTH IN THE UK - EXPERIENCE, MISTAKES AND TIPS.

Hi Fam, its story time 🤗
Welcome to my channel, In this video I talked about how I survived in the UK within the first month of arrival.
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[@ScholasticaUgboka]

Welcome to my channel, In this video I talked about how I survived in the UK within the first month of arrival. I'm going to share my experience, mistakes and also include Tips for you to help you maximize this period. Please Like, comment, share and subscribe for more videos. When you subscribe, you will get notified as soon as I upload my next video. Please click the red button under the video to subscribe. It is Free of Charge 😀 Thank you. OTHER VIDEOS; How to get a nursing job in the UK from your country of Residence kzbin.info/www/bejne/i2XEc3mmiNV-mc0 Become a registered nurse in the UK using the new Nmc process kzbin.info/www/bejne/eKvPkKScnJyWldk

[@emilymumo380]

Have you experienced any racism in Northern Ireland?

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

@@emilymumo380I have not experienced any form of racism directly but I have heard and seen subtle attacks towards people. They may not even be dark skinned.

[@marthaodhoch3679]

Thank you for the helpful tips,am watching from Kenya,kindly share the agency you used,am interested in Ireland too

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

@@marthaodhoch3679 I used MMA. I made a video about them too

[@beccabaetv]

Very detailed. Tanx .from Ghana

[@faaizakinwumi6778]

I'm ur big fan, I showed ur videos to my friends and we had a good laugh. We joked about coming to the UK with packs of black pen and doing business with it. Thou we laughed at how you pronounced some words too. Every new video is better than the last. Keep it up ma..

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

Lol 😀 I know some of my pronunciations are funny, I used to get teased about it in school until I didnt care anymore and blamed it on my Deltan/Warri tongue. Incase you come to NI, please bring biro for me too o

[@mercyblessing-morka2830]

@@ScholasticaUgboka please send me your email address. I love your videos 👍👍

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

Thanks. [e-mail]

[@nurseverything]

I love how practical and realistic your tips were. I just subscribed dear💕

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

Thanks

[@justblacksoul3579]

Informative. Of course one of the most important videos for those aspiring to be a nurse in UK. 👌👍

[@amaraatumonye2709]

Thanks for always helping out. Thumbs up

[@tobaemmanuel]

Good video 😍 💯

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

Thank you

[@tobaemmanuel]

@@ScholasticaUgboka you are welcome ma’am

[@ColleenKebonyemodisa]

Thank you for the video. Didn’t know what to pack really. Coming next month ❤️

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

Welcome to the UK in advance! What part of the UK are you heading to?

[@debbiebrownB]

I enjoyed every bit of this video, thanks so much for your honesty, you were so straightforward. Thanks so much...🤗🤗

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

So glad!

[@babybee2309]

Really detailed video, I love this so much😘😘😘😘😘, will definitely tell you when your accent change😂😂😂🤣😂😂, and I enjoyed your video,am subscribing now

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

Aww thanks 🥰

[@yvonnekoduah3291]

God bless you dear, the information is really deep

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

Thank you so much

[@sharon4GG]

This was very helpful Scholastica. Thanks for sharing.

[@oluwadaretemitope5521]

Wow thanks for this.its so enlightening

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

thanks.

[@Makammma]

😃😃 I just like the way u said you don't have to be moving about with papers😅😅unto Nigga spirit. Nice one dear,well explained

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

Yep, it makes life easier. Thanks

[@odiriasemota7012]

I just subscribed. I love your videos

[@healthandmoreTV]

Ohh u are amazing..lucky to have u here I hope u wil help me so that I don’t messed up

[@rbee2062]

You're so generous with info. Thanks a lot. Which airline did you use that allows you only 2x23kg luggage?

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

Thanks. I used Emirates and they allowed two 23kg and one 7kg cabin luggage.

[@jenniferbemaasare4167]

I hope I am not late here. Thank you for everything. I love your channel so much information. Please I hope you answer me.What are the requirements or processes you go through when you want to move from a care home to NHS after you have completed your care home contract. Example if you came to the UK as a senior carer because midwifery jobs are hard to find in the UK, and you planned on applying for a midwifery job after your senior carer contract ends?

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

im guessing you already figured it out

[@peaceodoh6415]

Wow I really enjoyed and learnt a lot.thumbs up sis.Correct nija babe.This video came right when I really needed it.Please don't stop doing your videos,will soon join you.Please be safe and God bless you.Team home care.

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

Thanks

[@iambammielabalaba6922]

Another good and important video. Great work ! How did you get to choose the city you eventually live in the uk and what factors helped in consideration

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

Thanks. I researched on the 4 regions that makes up the uk and decided on NI based on affordability, calm environment, where I will like to raise a family etc. It depends on what you want and what is a priority for you. If you like big cities then NI might not be the best place. I love the peace and serenity in my locality. It has a community feel because it's not very big. So browse and check the pros and cons of all 4 region before deciding on a place to live.

[@gracewanyana7390]

I enjoyed it so much. Love from Uganda

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

Thank you Gracie

[@theadunbarin]

Thanks so much for the insights

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

Thank you

[@ifeyinwabridget6268]

Hello Scholastica... Do you know about TDB Carehome in NI? They're part of Carehomes purchased by the new employer from FSHC

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

no i dont

[@alawiyeadetoun3618]

How do I get a job in Northern Ireland as an overseas nurse? Passed IELTS and CBT

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

Sorry for the late reply, have you gotten a job now? The thing is to keep on applying, at first it will look like you are getting only rejection emails but if you continue to apply very soon you will be receiving more than enough offers to choose from.

[@niranjangowda839]

nice informative video liked it. i am looking forward to move in soon . kudos

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

Thanks. See you soon 👍

[@noncedo2364]

I love your realness ❤️ this is very informative 😊... Im a South African working in Saudi Arabia interested to come over there

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

Thank you. Goodluck with your application when you decide to make the move

[@deborahayandokun679]

Thanks for the enlightenment

[@Marysspace-g9d]

Great enlightment... Am a Nigerian Nurse, based in saudi but will be coming to the UK soon. I get all my wigs from Alipearl on aliexpress. Quality is everything and expensive to some persons but affordable to some. Or ISEE hair .

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

Thanks, I will check them out. I dont have one vendor I use, I just go online and buy what I like 😜

[@Marysspace-g9d]

@@ScholasticaUgboka nop, you have to scrutinize the seller via review sections. So you don't make mistake, because alot of low quality item are on aliexpress.

[@ardiswilson2973]

I really enjoyed your tips

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

Thank you

[@amarachiokite3666]

I love this video 😍😍💕

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

Thank you

[@vivianmaxwell6347]

Thanks a lot for this video

[@anumercy5951]

Hi, thanks for the video. Very informative. While talking about getting snacks for the flight, can we carry them in our handbag

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

Yes you can. You are not allowed to carry liquid in your bag so no juice or soft drink. You will be offered drinks in the plane

[@anumercy5951]

@@ScholasticaUgboka thank you for the reply

[@tinatina-ty5no]

thank u very much❤❤❤

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

💗🥰

[@preciousnkala9581]

Thank you for the video l am from Zimbabwe 😊

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

Thanks for watching and welcome to the family 👍

[@tsmundawarara]

Precious wakatoenda here?

[@ACE-ds3es]

Thank you Sweetheart!

[@yumyumfoodsindiaspora]

Can you do a video on the products to buy for each product. At least you have been living there for a while. Thanks dear

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

Are you referring to food/grocery shopping?

[@yumyumfoodsindiaspora]

@@ScholasticaUgboka yes please. Food stuff. Also how can one weigh his/her bag before getting to the airport. Finally where can someone get thick jacket in Nigeria

[@yumyumfoodsindiaspora]

@@ScholasticaUgboka Also, are the room furnished with cooking utensils

[@oguntuaseayotunde6872]

I love your video.... and mostly your accent, you speak like a friend of mine....naija

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

Aww thank you so much Ayo. I'm just curious, are you not Nigerian? Your name is from the yoruba tribe

[@NgoziElechi-pk7pv]

Hi Schola, I just want to start this nursing journey but seriously don’t when where to start from. With your experience what would you suggest. Should l go to school of nursing in 9ja here or just find way and do it in Uk, since l want to practice abroad

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

it will be cheaper for you to do it Nigeria unless you are loaded with money. as soon as you get your license in Nigeria then you can start applying to other countries and be getting work experience while you wait till you complete your registration to other countries

[@mbahmelvisesepine1567]

where have u been? welcome back

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

I'm sorry I have not been consistent, I'm still trying to get the hang of vlogging. But I'm going to try from now on to post at least one video every week. Thanks a lot for your support

[@iamtimisarmiento]

Thank you for the tips! 😊 I'm from the Philippines, love watching you! 🥳😘🥰

[@vivianehi]

Don't really comment on KZbin BUT I love u already even without meeting you. Hopefully I will finish this race(student) Love, love you by the way! Hope that salary wz increased tho cause u where so under paid. Nd I knw ur hardworking by jst binge working ur vids. Don't worry I would come meet u too maybe.😉

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

Aww thanks, yes the salary was increased and I hope you finish your school runs and join the UKRN gang

[@vivianehi]

@@ScholasticaUgboka Thank you so much.💛

[@kingdomnneoma5189]

I really appreciate dear From nigeria

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

Thank you

[@chenaimwoyomparutsa7831]

Hi Scholastic. I want to kindly ask, if you work in a care home, is it possible to work with agencies that can place you in hospitals.

[@soul2soulprayers]

Wow...I enjoy your gist

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

Thank you 🥰

[@ifeyinwabridget6268]

How much were you earning after getting your pin, please if you don't mind, can you share?

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

Roughly around 2000 a month

[@buoyinsolami1818]

Thank you for sharing this we really appreciate it.. But please I have a question. Can you work and study for BSN at the same time in the UK? Will your employer allow it?

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

Yes, you have to discuss it with your employer and come to agreements about your work and school schedule so they dont affect each other

[@jody-annsmall6874]

@Scholastica Ugboka Are you able to work as a Registered Nurse Midwife in Northern Ireland. Are there jobs available? Can you register as both with the NMC? Thanks in advance

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

Yes there are jobs available but midwifery jobs are not very easy to come by. I'm working as a nurse in NI right now, Nursing and midwifery are different professions within NMC so you will have to do a separate application and write both CBT & OSCE for midwifery and another CBT and OSCE for nursing

[@jody-annsmall6874]

@@ScholasticaUgboka thank you for your reply. I knew about doing two different applications for midwifery and nursing. Didnt know about the job availability though. Thanks again

[@opriscillia8625]

What type of foodstuffs please?

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

African food

[@rbee2062]

Must we bring blankets from home

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

No, it's not necessary. It will increase your luggage weight

[@moch8846]

Thank you for the video,did you go to a school of nursing or a university in Nigeria?

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

School of nursing

[@moch8846]

@@ScholasticaUgboka thank you so much for your reply i am eally grateful,I want to study nursing her in Nigeria but I dont know if to go to a university or school of nursing

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

@@moch8846 School of Nursing is just 3 years after that you can start working or leave Nigeria. The 3 years program is recognized in UK and USA. The university nursing program take a longer time. If you are not in a hurry then go for the university because you will get your nursing, midwifery, public health and BSC certificate on graduation

[@selfaayuma1219]

CAN DIPLOMA HOLDERS IN NURSING GET ADMISSION TO WORK IN UK

[@ifeyinwabridget6268]

@@selfaayuma1219 definitely

[@Chinenyeeze1616]

Is it a shared accommodation

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

No it's not.

[@ifynwabudike7799]

I really enjoyed this video...

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

Thank you

[@e.chakraborty3623]

Hi dear.. I'm from India..Will I Have To Buy a New Sim Card ?..if Yes,Then which one should I Prefer and How Much Will I Have To Spend? Thank you ♥ ♥

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

Yes you have to buy a new sim card. There are different options so it would be better to choose one based on the best connectivity within your town. Sim cards are mostly free here but you have to pay for internet services which could range from £10 to £30 monthly. I currently buy data for £30 which gives me 100 gigabyte and unlimited calls and texts to other uk numbers. Most times I dont exhaust the data even with heavy usage

[@chizobasalome8967]

Can a friend just help you get the Sim card before you arrive?

[@sandrikawalcott4870]

Where in the uk are you located

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

I'm in Northern Ireland

[@gracewanyana7390]

Do you drive in the UK?

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

Not yet, I'm currently taking driving lessons as a first time driver.

[@enoessien2980]

You said it's not really necessary to come with all our Nigerian clothing, how about shoes?

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

You can bring one or 2 shoes . shoes are actually cheap here plus you need a black comfortable low heel shoe for work.

[@enoessien2980]

Also about coming with a lot of foodstuffs, won't it affect the weight of ones luggage? Or does weight of luggage really do not matter?

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

@@enoessien2980 the weight of your luggage matters that is why I said you dont need to bring a lot of clothes. Bring foodstuffs instead.

[@enoessien2980]

Please how many times did you attempt IELTS?

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

3 times because I was looking for 7 in writing. Every other part was fine except writing, I kept getting 6.5

[@ABrenda]

Hello Scholastic did u carry the 350 pounds in cash,like how did u do it

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

Yes I did. I didn’t do or say anything about it o. I just put it in my backpack

[@ABrenda]

@@ScholasticaUgboka thank you dear

[@macmisunny]

Good Afternoon madam, please I would like to contact you to get more info about working in the USA as a nurse, I have been following you on naira land. You can also direct me on how to reach out to you. Thank you

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

Hi, how can i help?

[@macmisunny]

@@ScholasticaUgbokaGood evening, I need your help and guidance on how to secure a USA visa via working as a nurse, all the things that are involved .

[@Chinenyeeze1616]

How many hours was the flight Lagos to London

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

The duration of the flight depends on different factors for example shorter flights are usually more expensive so the journey can be as short as 7 hours or as long as 22 hours.

[@loveadams6370]

Do you have a large black community where you are?

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

No I dont, I live in a small town in Northern Ireland very close to Belfast and we have very few blacks here. They are more in Belfast though

[@omotolamuritala56]

Hello, how can I reach you Your email or other pls, it’s important Found a thread u did on naira land I need some information Thanks

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

Send me an email. ScholasticaUgboka @gmail.com

[@ebiikhueme8356]

Wow. Just when I needed this video. Thanks so much N/B Try not to smack your lips while talking

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

Noted. It's an unconscious act but I will try 😊. Thanks

[@benedictadaniel4769]

Hi scholar...... can you mentor me please.

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

😊 I am available anytime to answer your questions

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

@@benedictadaniel4769 Got it. Please edit and remove your number

[@ritaataaabena3935]

How come I just saw this video, loaded information. U got a new subscriber,Thank you dear😍

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

Awww thank you so much

[@teishajohn4478]

I love this video, thank you

[@evelynamarachi2028]

Thank you Scholastic for that information each time i watch your video I have one or two things to learn. Love you loads

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

Thank you so much

[@chukwudiilomuanya7737]

I really enjoy your videos.

[@daisynoronha2263]

Thank u so much for sharing so much details about your UK starting journey, this will very helpful!

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

Aww.. thank you for watching

[@preciousayanfe6255]

Soooooo nice you are a motivation please sis I have lots of questions running on my mind like confused about sonethings I won't mind you being my personal mentor can I get your digit

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

Hello precious, you can send me an email through [e-mail]

[@nomabhebhe8687]

Hie Scholar,I love your videos they are very informative, I have a question, is it difficult to get a driver's licence

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

hmm im not sure how to answer this. i just got my drivers license last month, im going to make a video about the requirements, process and cost of the entire process soon

[@chiomaekpechi1492]

Pretty barbee tnx so much.

[@desmondonyeka8335]

Please do I have to pay the £140 before contacting the nursing council in Nigeria for verification

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

The £140 is your NMC UK assessment fee, without paying it NMC uk will not contact NMCN for your license verification. So while it is ok to inform NMCN that you are expecting NMC uk to get in touch with them on your behalf before paying the money, NMC uk will not ask NMCN for your verification until you pay

[@amonei]

Very good tips. Thanks for taking out time to explain. Just subscribed. Well done

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

Thank you!

[@uduakboniface5685]

Hi scholar sorry for asking this now,how did you prepare for the exams,like how long were you reading,what were u doing, things like that... please I need your help

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

I cant really say how long specifically but the CBT is very easy to pass, you only need to study with the right materials and most times I do this when I'm on working (night shift). So I'd say probably 2 weeks to a month is enough to study for the CBT. The ielts however is another ball game and you have to keep studying and writing until you get the scores you need.

[@uduakboniface5685]

Thank you

[@Hosanna240]

Scholastica please which part of the UK are you living in.

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

County Antrim

[@chizobasalome8967]

Do you know about West Yorkshire and its rent? Pls enlighten me

[@nnekajuliana5852]

God bless you scholastica for this information.

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

Amen. Thank you

[@selfaayuma1219]

Hy,can you work two jobs for nursing home

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

Yes you can but majority of people get just one permanent job and pick up agency shifts when they are off. You will make more money this way because agencies pay almost double of what your employer pays you per hour

[@cheesecakes0188]

😂😂😂 @ your response to " how do you say hello".

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

Seriously some of the questions are annoying

[@healingsoulscaregivers4596]

You are so real, and I love you for that, please how can you mentor me one on one, there are questions I need to ask you please

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

Thank you so much 😍

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

You can send me messages via email or Instagram. I may not reply on time but I will eventually

[@queendavid6189]

Hi Dear, this video was amazing!!!! I watched it with my colleagues at work and we loved every bit of it. And I remember you from SON Warri, you were the Nightingale of your set. Please 500 pounds for rent, is it paid monthly or yearly?

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

Chai, You know me reach house o The rent is paid monthly. Thanks for watching.

[@ranyuylengco6278]

This is a big help for those aspiring to come to the UK. Thank you.

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

Thanks for watching

[@babybee2309]

Is living in NI expensive, and how do you make your hair there,

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

NI is very affordable. I mostly wear wigs.

[@ashababy577]

I am interested to hear about 4bedroom house. In UK where you have been living

[@ScholasticaUgboka]

I live in a small town in County Antrim in Northern Ireland.