NHS South Yorkshire’s Chief Nurse, Cathy Winfield congratulated local students receiving their A Level, T Level or BTEC results, calling on anyone not sure of their career path to consider joining the NHS through the final remaining healthcare degree places available.
Already this year, nationally, 33,560 people in England have applied for a nursing degree. Now that exam results have been announced, clearing places are available across South Yorkshire across nursing and allied health professions.
Now exam results have been announced, clearing places are available for nursing and midwifery and the NHS is reminding students who may be reconsidering their choices that a future in health care could be the life-changing career they're looking for.
Cathy Winfield, Chief Nurse from NHS South Yorkshire said:
“It’s fantastic to see so many young people making the decision to pursue a career in the NHS. Roles within Nursing or Midwifery are some of the most rewarding and diverse careers with many different jobs and specialties, particularly mental health and learning disability nursing in primary care, community, school nursing the list is endless. There are more than 15 different Allied Health Professions to consider too including podiatry, operating department practice, radiography, speech and language therapy to name but a few.”
“For those who are still deciding on their next steps or perhaps rethinking their original choices, I would urge you to consider applying for any nursing, midwifery or an allied health profession degree course through UCAS clearing, and to search NHS careers to find out more.”
Student nurses, midwives and allied health professionals could also be eligible for the NHS Learning Support Fund and receive at least £5,000 a year.
UCAS clearing is now open and prospective students will be able to apply for courses until 21 October. Entry requirements for nursing and midwifery degree courses will vary, but students are advised they will likely need at least two A Levels or equivalent. Contact a university directly to find out what specific qualifications are needed.
If you think the NHS could be the career for you, search ‘NHS careers’ to find out more about the range of roles within the NHS and how to apply here.
