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Nurse Associate Apprenticeship Information session - 4pm on 6th May 2026
Join us for an exclusive online webinar introducing Northumbria University's brand-new Nursing Associate Apprenticeship programme.
Whether you're an aspiring healthcare professional looking to earn while you learn, or an employer eager to develop your workforce, this event will showcase how our award-winning apprenticeship can help meet your goals. Discover how this NMC-approved programme blends academic study with hands-on clinical experience to equip learners with the skills needed to deliver compassionate, person-centred care across diverse healthcare settings.
You’ll also hear how apprentices benefit from expert teaching, simulated learning, and practical placements all designed to support their journey toward becoming a registered Nursing Associate. As Nursing time 2024 Apprenticeship provider of the year, don’t miss this opportunity to learn how Northumbria University is shaping the future of healthcare education.
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Do you currently work in a health or social care setting? Are you looking to progress your career?
If you have the opportunity to achieve your career aspirations through an employer who will fund your growth or are you an employer who is looking to advance your staff then The FdSc Nursing Associate Apprenticeship could be right for you.
The FdSc Nursing Associate Apprenticeship at Northumbria University provides a structured work-based route into healthcare, allowing you to earn while you learn. Designed to meet the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) standards, this course develops your skills in delivering safe, compassionate, and effective care across a range of healthcare settings.
Voted Apprenticeship Provider of the Year in the Student Nursing Times Awards 2024.
With a blended learning approach, including classroom sessions, digital resources, and clinical simulations, you develop confidence in applying theoretical knowledge to real-world practice. The course also emphasises teamwork, communication, and leadership, equipping you with the skills needed for career progression.
On completion, you gain a Foundation Degree (FdSc) in Nursing Associate and can apply for professional registration with the NMC, opening doors to further study or career advancement within healthcare, including through our Registered Nursing Degree Apprenticeship (Adult) or our Registered Nursing Degree Apprenticeship (Child).
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