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NCTJ coronavirus contingency plan update 24 March

The NCTJ has considered the revised guidance issued by the government on 23 March and has taken the decision to postpone all diploma exams in April 2020, including shorthand exams and in-office national sittings.

Update: coronavirus contingency plan

The NCTJ has considered the revised guidance issued by the government on 18 March relating to the COVID-19 pandemic and we have updated our contingency plan.

Update: NCTJ coronavirus contingency plan

The NCTJ has considered the revised guidance issued by the government on 16 March relating to the COVID-19 outbreak and as such has updated its contingency plan.

JDF 15th anniversary: Q&A with April Roach

"As a local journalist I can't help but recommend local newspapers as a stepping stone into the world of media. They're a great training ground and will get you immediately working on using your investigative and news sourcing skills."

NCTJ coronavirus contingency plan

We appreciate that candidates and centres will be concerned about the possible impact of the recent coronavirus outbreak on their NCTJ exams, especially as we enter our busy exams season.

National Careers Week: Ollie Lewis

"If you are really passionate about being a journalist, get out there and do it. Put yourself out there and give it a go, it’s not going to come to you. I would love to do my NCTJ course all over again."

NCTJ coronavirus guidance

In light of the recent coronavirus outbreak, the NCTJ is committed to ensuring the safety of its stakeholders.

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