1. A Career in Health & Social Care
What Are Your Options?

2. What’s It All About? Well done!
By doing your course you have given yourself a choice of exciting careers and have a great future ahead of you
This presentation will help you do the following:
Get a better idea of the jobs you can do with your qualification
Tell you about how to get into these jobs; with a path through from where you are now to where you want to be

3. There Are Loads of Careers in Health & Social Care!
Paramedic
Physiotherapist
Nurse
Social
Worker
Biomedical
Scientist
Dental Hygienist
Residential Care
Midwife
Occupational Therapist
Radiographer

4. This presentation will focus on three career areas, and will give you an idea of how to go from where you are now, to being a:
1. Radiographer
2. Biomedical Scientist
3. Social Worker

5. So You Want to Be a Radiographer?
What does a Radiographer do?
A Diagnostic Radiographer uses a variety of imaging techniques, such as x-ray, ultrasound, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to aid in the identification of illness or disease
A Therapeutic Radiographer works closely with members of the Oncology team to treat patients with cancer, by delivering doses of ionising radiation

6. So You Want to Be a Radiographer?
Why do people choose to be Radiographers?
It is a continually changing profession
Radiographers help millions of people, 6 out of 10 cancer patients receiving radiotherapy are cured
There are excellent promotion prospects

7. So You Want to Be a Radiographer?
Salary/career progression
Newly qualified = £18,828-£21,073
Senior = £20,222 to £28,666
Superintendent =£24,015-£36,320
District = £30,864-£40,191
Teaching grades = £18,147-£43,231
A variety of areas are available for specialisation post-registration

8. So You Want to Be a Radiographer?
Sounds good, how do I get there?
College Course
Radiographer
You are here
Want to get to here
You’re a third of the way there already!
Do a course at College/Sixth Form
Do a higher qualification
Become a Radiographer 

9. So You Want to Be a Radiographer?
Do a higher level qualification
What does this mean?
If you study at Higher Education (HE) Level, you will study at either a Further Education College, a University or with the Open University.
Courses are generally between 2 and 4 years in length.
Here is a description of some different types of HE courses:
A Degree is a 3-4 year qualification, which can include a sandwich year (working for a year in the middle!)
A Foundation Degree is a 2 year vocationally based qualification incorporating work based or work related learning.
A Higher National Diploma (HND) is a two year vocational qualification.

10. So You Want to Be a Radiographer?
Why do I need this?
A degree is a prerequisite to becoming a Radiographer.
Where can I study?
Locally- Canterbury Christ church University
Nationally – A variety of universities offer courses in Radiography, ref: and
Open University – This allows for distance learning, either full time or part time, with the majority of courses requiring no previous qualifications, ref: .
How long will it take?
Usually 3 years.

11. So You Want to Be a Radiographer?
Here are some examples of higher education
level courses you can do in Radiography:
Foundation Degree Sc in Radiotherapy and Oncology Practice
Where?
Anglia Polytechnic University
What will I get?
Radiotherapy and Oncology Practice FdSc
What does it involve?
Unknown – starts 2006
ref:

12. So You Want to Be a Radiographer?
BSc (Hons) in Medical Imaging
Where?
Canterbury Christ Church University
What will I get?
A degree allowing entrance to the NHS as a trainee Radiographer
What does it involve?
Clinical education and practice (theory and on placement in Kent/Sussex)
Theoretical and practical knowledge and skill
Personal and professional development
Development of research knowledge and skills

13. So You Want to Be a Radiographer?
What do I do when I’ve finished the course?
Must become State Registered by the Radiographers Board at the Health Professions Council (HPC). Anyone completing a degree approved by the board is automatically eligible for registration. Must pay an annual retention fee to remain on the register
Post registration you can do a 1 year postgraduate course to train as a Sonographer/Ultrasonographer
Is there anything else I should know?
Entry to degree course mentioned requires 2X GCSE A Levels (C+) or equivalent, a knowledge of medical imaging as a career and to have visited a Diagnostic Imaging Department for 1 day
Entry requirements can vary according to Institution

14. So You Want to Be a Biomedical Scientist?
What does a Biomedical Scientist do?
A Biomedical Scientist or Medical Laboratory Scientific Officer (MLSO) carries out a range of laboratory tests to assist doctors in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. The work is varied, practical and analytical
Specialities include: Medical Microbiology, Clinical Chemistry, Transfusion Science, Haematology, Histopathology, Cytology, Virology and Immunology

15. So You Want to Be a Biomedical Scientist?
Why do people choose to be Biomedical Scientists?
It is varied work with a structured career path. To progress after state registration most MLSOs take an MSc to allow qualification for fellowship of the Institute of Biomedical Science
It is possible to take charge of a section within a laboratory or manage a department
Involvement in advance scientific work, research or training is also possible

16. So You Want to Be a Biomedical Scientist?
Salary/career progression
Trainee MLSO = £12,741-£14,275 (in service training)
MLSO1 = £17,371-£23,769 (newly qualified)
MLSO2 =£21,974-£31,279 (in charge of small department- has fellowship of IBMS)
MLSO3 = £27,808-£35,185 (in charge of large department)
MLSO4 = £32,531-£41,159 (higher levels of pathology management)
Advanced Practitioner = £41,159-£54,165

17. So You Want to Be a Biomedical Scientist?
Sounds good, how do I get there?
College Course
Biomedical Scientist
You are here
Want to get to here
You’re a third of the way there already!
Do a course at College/Sixth Form
Do a higher qualification
Become a Biomedical Scientist 

18. So You Want to Be a Biomedical Scientist?
Do a higher level qualification
Why do I need this?
A degree is a prerequisite to becoming a Biomedical Scientist. This can be in Biomedical Sciences, another subject with a top up qualification done as a trainee, or a trainee with A Levels or equivalent studying their degree part time whilst working

19. So You Want to Be a Biomedical Scientist?
Where can I study?
Locally - Canterbury Christ Church University, University of Kent, & University of Greenwich
Nationally – A variety of universities offer courses in Biomedical Sciences,
Open University – This allows for distance learning, either full time or part time, with the majority of courses requiring no previous qualifications,

20. So You Want to Be a Biomedical Scientist?
Here are some examples of higher education level
courses you can do in Biomedical Science:
BSc (Hons) in Biomedical Sciences
Where?
University of Greenwich
What will I get?
Biomedical Sciences BSc
What does it involve?
Course includes Biochemistry, Science Skills, Physiology & Pharmacology, Medical Microbiology and Immunology

21. So You Want to Be a Biomedical Scientist?
BSc (Hons) in Biomedical Sciences
Where?
University of Kent
What will I get?
A degree allowing entrance to the NHS as a trainee Biomedical Scientist
What does it involve?
Various modules including Human Physiology and Disease, Laboratory Medicine, Immunology, Topics in Medical Biosciences

22. So You Want to Be a Biomedical Scientist?
What do I do when I’ve finished the course?
Become a trainee MLSO, leading to state registration (usually 1-2 years). Must pay an annual retention fee to remain on the register
Post registration you can take an MSc to allow qualification for Fellowship of the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS)
Is there anything else I should know?
Entry to degree courses varies according to institution
The degree course mentioned requires 3X GCSE A Levels (C+) (A Level Biology preferred), + GCSE Maths grade C

23. So You Want to Be a Social Worker?
What does a Social Worker do?
Offers support to people, whilst adhering to relevant legislation and procedures
Works closely with other health and social care staff

24. So You Want to Be a Social Worker?
Why do people choose to be Social Workers?
It is seen as a way of helping people and allows specialisation in a number of different fields
It is also a route into other jobs such as Education Welfare Officer and Counsellor

25. So You Want to Be a Social Worker?
Salary/career progression
Starting salary = £17,000-£28,000
Senior = £21,000 - £35,000

26. So You Want to Be a Social Worker?
Sounds good, how do I get there?
College Course
Social Worker
You are here
Want to get to here
You’re a third of the way there already!
Do a course at College/Sixth Form
Do a higher qualification
Become a Social Worker 

27. So You Want to Be a Social Worker?
Do a higher level qualification
Why do I need this?
A degree is a prerequisite to becoming a Social Worker
Where can I study?
Locally - Canterbury Christ Church University, University of Greenwich, University of Kent, Canterbury College & West Kent College
Nationally – A variety of universities offer courses in Social Work,
Open University – This allows for distance learning, either full time or part time, with the majority of courses requiring no previous qualifications,

28. So You Want to Be a Social Worker?
Here are some examples of higher education level
courses you can do in Social Work:
Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care
Where?
West Kent College
What will I get?
Health and Social Care FdA. A top up degree may be required in addition to a postgraduate qualification in Social Work
What does it involve?
Care Ethics, the Law in Care, Health Promotion, Managing Business Resources in Care Settings, Research Methods in Health and Social Care, Managing the Care Environment, Professional Practice,

29. So You Want to Be a Social Worker?
Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care
Where?
Open University
What does it involve?
The course is suitable for support staff working in a variety of Health & Social Care settings, such as Occupational Therapy or Residential Care
Through the degree, you will have the opportunity to develop knowledge, skills and competences which underpin practice across the sector
The degree combines work-based learning and supported open learning
A top-up degree is available upon completion of the Foundation Degree,

30. So You Want to Be a Social Worker?
BA (Hons) in Social Work
Where?
Canterbury Christ Church University
What will I get?
Graduates will meet the National Occupational Standards for Social Workers and be able to register with the General Social Care Council as newly qualified social workers
What does it involve?
Course includes communication skills, law & social policy, human growth, development & mental health & disorder

31. So You Want to Be a Social Worker?
What do I do when I’ve finished the course?
A degree allows registration with the General Social Care Council as a newly qualified Social Worker
A foundation degree may require a top up qualification in addition to a post graduate degree in Social Work
Is there anything else I should know?
Entry to the degree course mentioned requires GCSEs in English and Maths (C+), points (A Levels-GCE or VCE) or NVQ Level 4 in Social Care
Entry to the Foundation degree course mentioned requires 2 A Levels or equivalent or NVQ Level 3 in Care or equivalent
Entry requirements vary according to institution

32. How Do I Get There?
Start looking at what courses are available and their entry requirements
Inc work experience
Useful websites:

33. How Do I Get There? Do you want to study locally?
For courses available in Kent and Medway:
Speak to careers advisors/student services
Applications to HE courses are via UCAS
There are deadlines
All this information can be found on their website:

34. Other Courses Available Locally
Canterbury College
Hadlow College
Mid-Kent College
North West Kent College
South Kent College
Thanet College
West Kent College
University of Kent
Canterbury Christ Church University
University College for the Creative Arts at Canterbury, Epsom, Farnham, Maidstone & Rochester
University of Greenwich
Open University

35. Aimhigher Kent & Medway
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