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How will the course benefit me?
The Careers in Health course can benefit you by giving you the practical skills, knowledge and confidence needed to start applying for jobs in the health sector.
You will gain an NHS-recognised passport of competencies, improve your CV and interview skills, and learn about important workplace requirements such as safeguarding, infection control, GDPR and health and safety.
You will also receive individual advice and guidance to help you identify suitable vacancies and prepare for recruitment.
Most importantly, completing the course can give you a direct route towards the BHRUT and Barts Health Talent Pools, helping you take the next step towards employment in the NHS.
Overall, this course is a good opportunity for anyone interested in starting a rewarding career in health, whether you want to enter employment quickly or use it as the first step towards further healthcare training and professional qualifications.
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What will I learn?
On the Careers in Health course ( 1 week course), you will develop the skills and knowledge needed to begin a career in the health sector, including the NHS.
You will complete a one-week passport of competencies, made up of badges that are recognised by NHS employers. You will learn:
Employability skills, including CV writing, completing application forms and writing supporting statements.
Interview preparation and how to prepare for the NHS recruitment process.
Teamworking and communication skills, which are essential when working with patients, the public and colleagues.
GDPR and the importance of protecting personal information.
Manual handling and safe working practices.
Safeguarding and protecting vulnerable people.
Infection control and maintaining a safe healthcare environment.
Health and safety within the workplace.
You will also work with an advisor who can support you with finding suitable vacancies and preparing for applications.
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Entry Requirements
The course is designed to provide a quick and accessible route into the health sector, including NHS employment.
You will begin with an initial assessment and an advice and guidance session. This will help you understand the requirements of working in health and decide whether this is the right career path for you.
The course is suitable for people who are interested in developing their employability skills and starting a career in the health sector. Specific entry requirements should be confirmed with the course provider.
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Assessment / Exam
There is no formal exam mentioned in the course information provided.
Instead, you will complete an initial assessment at the beginning of the course and work towards completing a passport of competencies.
Your passport is made up of a series of badges covering employability and health-sector skills, including:
CV Writing
Interview Preparation
Application Forms
Supporting Statements
Teamworking
GDPR
Manual Handling
Safeguarding
Infection Control
Health & Safety
Successful completion of these badges demonstrates that you have developed key skills and knowledge relevant to NHS employment.
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Career Opportunities
The health sector offers a wide range of career opportunities at different levels.
After completing the course, you can apply for roles within the NHS and wider health sector. Potential areas of employment include:
Healthcare and clinical support
Nursing support
Administration and clerical work
Hygiene and facilities services
Other entry-level NHS and healthcare roles
The course can also help you access the BHRUT or Barts Health Talent Pool, giving you access to specialist NHS recruitment portals where current vacancies are advertised.
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Progression opportunities
Completing the Careers in Health passport can be the first step towards further training and qualifications.
After completing the course, you can:
Apply for vacancies through the BHRUT or Barts Health Talent Pool.
Gain experience by starting an entry-level role within the NHS.
Continue developing your employability and workplace skills.
Progress into further specialist training.
Work towards becoming a skilled medical, nursing or dental practitioner, depending on your chosen career pathway.
Explore other healthcare professions such as therapy and healthcare support.
This means the course can provide a starting point from which you can build a long-term career within the NHS and wider health sector.
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