More information about Modern Apprenticeships with NHS Lothian
Who is this pathway for?
Individuals who are between 16 – 24 years of age or to the age of 29 if you have a disability or care experienced. Become a Modern Apprentice Healthcare Support Worker.
Duration
12-18 Months to complete a SVQ with progression onto the internal HNC Route, then University.
Entry Requirements
N4 English & Mathematics
Tip – Make sure that the role has ‘Modern Apprentice’ in the title
Joining the NHS as a Healthcare Support Worker through a Modern Apprenticeship was my first ever job, and it helped me grow enormously both personally and professionally. Starting full-time on a busy ward while working towards my SVQ Level 2 was a steep learning curve and, at times, challenging. However, these experiences built my confidence, resilience, and compassion, making this an invaluable stage in my personal and professional development. I genuinely loved my role and found it incredibly rewarding to care for patients and support them through some of their most vulnerable moments. It was during this time that I discovered my passion for working within the NHS, where I feel I can make a meaningful difference and have found a career that gives me a real sense of purpose and fulfilment.
Megan Brown, Project Support Officer
