Real-life story - Tara Brierley
Tara knew she wanted to become a podiatrist. She joined an NHS podiatry clinic as a clerical officer and has picked up plenty of knowledge about the specialty.
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I’ve learned so much about podiatry in the short time I’ve been here and I’m lucky my employer is so supportive of my plans for the future.