Nursing associates work with healthcare support workers and registered nurses to deliver care for patients and the public.
To become a registered nursing associate, you will undertake a combination of academic learning and work-based learning. You will need to demonstrate your ability to study to level 5 foundation degree level, and commit to completing the Nursing Associate Apprenticeship programme.
During the two-year training programme, you’ll work in a range of settings to gain as much experience as possible. This will mean travelling to placements and working a mix of shifts.
Your skills and responsibilities will vary, depending on the care setting you work in. You’ll need to demonstrate the values of the NHS Constitution and a knowledge of physical health, mental health and illness prevention.
Registered nursing associates can go on to train as a registered nurse by putting their training towards a shortened nursing degree or completing a degree-level nurse apprenticeship.
Related roles
- Healthcare assistant [2]
- Adult nurse [3]
- Assistant practitioner [4]
- Experienced paramedic [5]