Want a healthcare career without the uni hassle? The NHS has you covered!
NHS Apprenticeships: Your Shortcut Into Healthcare
The NHS offers a huge range of apprenticeships—both clinical and non-clinical—that you can start right after your GCSEs or A-Levels. Forget expensive university degrees; these roles get you working on the front line while you train.
Tens of Thousands Taking the Path Less Travelled
- Since 2016-17, over 86,000 apprenticeships kicked off.
- Nearly 49,000 are in clinical roles.
- Nursing apprenticeships are the most popular, including the nursing associate route.
But it’s not just nursing. You can train as a physiotherapist, podiatrist, radiographer, paramedic, pharmacy or lab technician, and even enter healthcare science.
Non-Clinical Careers Also Up for Grabs
Fancy a behind-the-scenes role? The NHS needs people in human resources, admin, IT, finance and more. There’s a career for nearly every skill set.
NHS Leaders Praise Apprenticeships
“Our apprenticeship programme gives young people more choice about their future career and a route into healthcare,” said Mark, Deputy Chief Executive and Chief Nurse at Health Education England.
“The NHS offers apprenticeships across many professions, turning beginners into seasoned pros.”
“We’re proud that over 6,000 future nurses have signed up for nursing degree apprenticeships, all aiming to become registered nurses.”
Maria Caulfield, Minister of State for Health, added:
“Congrats to all who received their GCSE results and a warm welcome to those joining our nursing workforce.”
“Nursing is hugely rewarding – you get to change lives daily. Apprenticeships provide a brilliant, accessible way in.”
You’ll be part of a growing team tackling Covid backlogs and delivering lifesaving care.
Ready to jump in? Find out more about NHS apprenticeships and how to apply at NHS Health Careers.
