Apprentice Biomedical Scientist Review

by NHS

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

7.9/10

1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

Analyser maintenence, quality control, external quality control, sample reception, manual sample analysis

8/10

2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

No, not really.

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

Well presented, great staff, opportunity to legitimise my skills and knoewledge.

8/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

I would say it's good but not perfect. But I couldn't expect anymore from the first year of a new program and it's nice to be a part of the changes that may take place in coming years for the next cohorts of students

8/10

5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

As much as they can, given the department's resources and outside issues

8/10

6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

As much as they can give, it's in their interest that we do well and give the program a positive review ;)

10/10

7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

I will have a better background knowledge due to the academic aspects of the course, and of course after having qualified and registered with the HCPC will be able to work by myself. I am already able to do the job, in terms of skills and practical knowledge, I need the accredited degree and HCPC registration to do it.

8/10

8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

None.

5/10

9a. Would you recommend NHS to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

It's a wonderful organisation.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to NHS?

It's more for people that want rewarding work than a house full of shiny things.