Apprenticeships

Have you thought about completing an apprenticeship? Apprenticeships are for any age and are the opportunity to 'earn while you learn' whether you are just starting out or looking to progress in your career.

Apprenticeships are not just for school leavers:

Intermediate apprenticeships - follow work-based learning towards level 2

Advanced apprenticeship - follow work-based learning towards level 3

Higher apprenticeships - follow work-based learning towards levels 4,5,6 & 7 – equivalent to a foundation degree and above

Degree apprenticeships - follow work-based learning towards levels 6 & 7 – equivalent to a full bachelor’s or master’s degree

Employers also run ‘in-house’, on the job training to gain qualifications and there are university courses too.

When you're an apprentice:

you get paid and train at the same time, with at least 20% of your time spent in off the job training, often at a college, university or with a training provider
you train to be fully competent in your chosen occupation
you’re on a career path - with lots of future potential for you

There are a variety of apprenticeships on offer in health and social care, these include;

Student Nurse Associate Apprenticeship

The Nursing Associate Apprenticeship is a two year programme leading to a Level 5, foundation degree qualification and professional registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). • 18 years + • Ability to study and commit to completing the Foundation Degree programme • Level 2 Functional/Key Skills in English and Maths (not entry level 2) or GCSE English Language & Maths at Grade A-C /4-9 or equivalent (Certificates and proof) • Relevant, recent experience working within healthcare is desirable but we will also consider candidates who have experience in customer facing roles • Will consider school leavers who can demonstrate an interest in pursuing a career in healthcare, particularly those studying Health and Social Care or higher level science. • Essential induction training and experience completion of care certificate or equivalent

Registered Nurse Degree Apprenticeship

The Registered Nurse Degree Apprenticeship is a BSc (Hons) level 6 qualifications designed to be clinically relevant and reflect nursing practice such as assessment of care needs, care planning, health promotion, physical assessment skills and reflection. • Aged 18 Year + • Level 2 Functional/Key Skills in English and Maths (not entry level 2) or GCSE English Language & Maths at Grade A-C /4-9 or equivalent • 112 UCAS tariff points, equivalent to A-level grades- BBC or a BTEC-DMM (Potential movement on the above grades) • Will consider school leavers who can demonstrate an interest in pursuing a career in healthcare, particularly those studying Health and Social Care or higher level science. • Relevant, recent experience working within healthcare is desirable but we will also consider candidates who have experience in customer facing roles • Ability to study and commit to completing the 4 year Degree programme

NHS Leadership Academy Graduate Management Training Scheme

* Do you already have degree level qualification? * Interested in a fast track route into Healthcare Management? Joining the NHS Graduate Management Training Scheme gives you every opportunity to have a far-reaching and positive impact on the health of the nation – even while you’re training to * a 2:2 degree minimum in any subject (some degree equivalents are also acceptable) * Degree level equivalent qualifications that are health or management related, such as: NVQ Level 5 in Management, Diploma in Management Studies (DMS) Diploma in Nursing, Midwifery or Health Visiting (Dip HE Nursing) etc.

We will be adding more details to this page shortly but in the meantime you can find out more including how to search for and apply for an apprenticeship by visiting the Government apprenticeship website.

FAQs

Aren't apprenticeships just for school or college leavers? +

No apprenticeships can be for any one of any age. You could be just starting out in your career, looking for a change in career or wanting to develop in your current role. It is a great way to earn whilst you learn.

Can I become a nurse by completing an apprenticeship? +

You can become a registered nurse by completing a degree apprenticeship or by attending university and undertaking a nursing degree.