Health 2026 personal statement guide
Administer the right measure of enthusiasm, curiosity, competence, and career aspirations for a compelling health personal statement.
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Health 2026 personal statement guide
Administer the right measure of enthusiasm, curiosity, competence, and career aspirations for a compelling health personal statement.
Higher apprenticeships (Level 4 and 5)
Higher apprenticeships are available in England at levels 4 and 5.
Higher apprenticeships in Northern Ireland
Higher apprenticeships are available in Northern Ireland if you are already employed, or about to take up paid employment. Higher apprenticeships are available from Levels 4 – 7.
How can diversifying providers help meet the challenge of a Journey to a Million?
Joy Elliott-Bowman, Director of Policy and Development, Independent Higher Education (IHE)
How do employers view distance learning degrees?
Is a distance learning degree viewed the same way as a degree studied on campus? Do employers recognise them? Find the answers to these common questions and learn about the different skills you can get from distance learning.
How past students can inspire current students
One of your top resources as a teacher offering higher education (HE) guidance is your student alumni, now at university. So how do you keep in touch with past students and make the most of their experiences?
How to become a counsellor
Counsellors can make a significant positive impact on people’s lives, and ultimately improve the health and well-being of our society.
How to become a paramedic
The combination of patient care, medical knowledge, driving skills and an ever-changing working day makes being a paramedic a very popular career choice.
How to become a social worker
Social workers offer support to those most in need, whether it’s a family under pressure or a person with a physical or learning disability trying to live independently.
How to become an accountant
Think accountancy is all about number-crunching? Think again! There’s far more to being an accountant than just figures.
How to prepare for an apprenticeship interview
An apprenticeship interview is just like any other interview. Your job is to convince the employer you’re right for the role. Show that you’re interested, capable, and willing to learn.
Interview types
There are several interview types, and it’s important to understand the differences between each to help you structure your performance and maximise your chance of success.
Level 2 apprenticeships (Intermediate apprenticeships)
Intermediate apprenticeships are available in England, and are equivalent to GCSE standard, although an apprenticeship is a different type of learning.
Level 2 apprenticeships in Northern Ireland
Level 2 apprenticeships are available in Northern Ireland if you are already employed or about to take up paid employment.
Level 3 apprenticeships in Northern Ireland
Level 3 apprenticeships are available in Northern Ireland if you are already employed, or about to take up paid employment.
Mental health nurse
Mental health nurses build trusting relationships with their patients and provide vital support to people experiencing mental health problems, so they can lead happy and healthy lives.
Modern apprenticeships
Modern apprenticeships are available in Scotland and give you the opportunity to gain a recognised qualification, while getting industry experience and a salary.
Music 2026 personal statement guide
Whether your musical interests lie in performance or music history, think engaging, detailed and relevant to strike the right note with music admissions tutors.