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Nursing & Midwifery Experience - Healthcare Careers with Springpod

Job sector

Healthcare & Medicine

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Students in years 9-13 and who live in Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and Berkshire are welcome to apply

Certificate of completion

Over 10 hours worth of content

Overview
We have joined forces with Health Education England to bring students a Nursing & Midwifery online work-related learning programme. The programme will provide an overview of what careers in Nursing & Midwifery can offer, as well as develop key skills for these professions. There’s also the opportunity to hear from NHS professionals, learn about their day to day work, as well as about the different areas of Nursing and complete assignments. Upon completion, participants are awarded a certificate, which can be useful for CVs, Personal Statements and interviews.

This programme links to careers in: healthcare, nursing, social care, therapy and more. Subjects such as Biology, Health and Social Care and Social Sciences link well to a career in Nursing. An awareness of the NHS Core Values and skills such as compassion, a desire to help and team work are all essential.

The World of the NHS

Have you ever wondered what working for the NHS is really like? It’s a universal healthcare system that is crucial for treating patients and saving lives on a daily basis, but we often don’t fully understand what it’s like! This module will help with that - from introducing you to how the NHS is structured to introducing the core values and beliefs of the NHS, you’ll gain an insight into what it’s like to work in healthcare settings, and how it feels to truly make a difference!

The World of Nursing

Mental Health Nursing

Within the four distinct areas of nursing, mental health nursing takes a unique approach to nursing that you mightn't have thought of before - for one thing, it doesn’t really focus on physical injuries! It takes a particular set of skills and responsibilities, which is what we’ll focus on in this module. We’ll introduce you to the essential aspects of mental health nursing, covering what working in this role is really like, and what’s involved with nursing in the wider community!

Adult Nursing

Children’s Nursing

We can all need a nurse from time to time, no matter how old we are. Children’s nurses can be a real source of support for both young patients and their families, and can be a helping hand for however long treatment and care is needed . There’s a particular set of skills and characteristics required, and this module will help you understand exactly what’s needed to be successful as a children’s nurse!

Learning Disability Nursing

The care and support provided by nurses can come in many different forms. At times, it can be more treatment focused, whereas, at other times, it can be supporting someone to help them live their lives as independently, comfortably and happily as possible. This module will cover life as a learning disability nurse, the skills you need to succeed in this area, and an overview of how nursing in social care can help individuals!

Midwifery

Communication in Healthcare

Getting Career Ready

Available dates

On demand

Programme dates

31st July 2023 - 25th March 2025

Eligibility criteria

Regions

Kent, West Sussex, Surrey, Berkshire, East Sussex, Buckinghamshire, Isle of Wight, Hampshire, Oxfordshire

Age range

FROM 14 YEARS

Hear from our student community

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Aqsa Saleemi, Year 12 Student

Thank you for all your time and effort. The program was by far the best experience I’ve had virtually compared to other virtual experiences I’ve done. I liked the layout and the interactive activities, and I learnt a lot I didn’t know. I would definitely recommend this program to others; it was a great experience I would love to do it all again.

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Sophia Nathwani, Year 11 Student, from Hampton

I enjoyed understanding the many professions and areas within journalism that I had not been able to clearly separate prior to this programme; I particularly enjoyed the photojournalism and broadcast journalism sections, as they allowed me to explore a less conventional writing style than what I would normally use. The interactive tasks were a great way for me to demonstrate and put into practice my new knowledge, and all of the videos were extremely concise and helpful.

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Stephanie Oseha, Year 12 Student

A huge thank you to everyone who made this programme possible. It was a fantastic experience, and I feel more confident in myself now when applying for a job position in the future and in my personal life. I valued this experience because I realised it was okay to make mistakes and how they make you stronger for future events. I loved how efficient the Barclays team was when students and the professionals who ran the live webinars asked questions. The skills I've learnt through this virtual work experience will be used for future endeavours. So once again, thank you so much.

Frequently asked questions

I have a question about my application or programme eligibility

When will I hear back if I have been successful with my application?

Once you have applied for your programme, you will receive a confirmation email. You will be notified about the outcome of your application via email at least 3 days before the programme start date. Good luck!

Can I apply to multiple programmes?

Yes, you can sign up to multiple programmes with us. The live talks will be available as recordings, so you can catch up on any potential clashes.

Who can take part in the programme? (Age limits, some programmes have location constraints but most don’t etc.)

Most of our programmes require students to be in school/college. Some programmes require students to be based in specific regions of the UK, this is stipulated by the organisations themselves, and is not defined by Springpod.

However, the ages mentioned on our programmes are more of a guideline than a strict limit. As such, we more than welcome older students to apply as well!

I have a question about my assignment

How long does it take for assignments to be reviewed?

Assignments can take up to a week or longer to review and be marked complete. Rest assured, it will be reviewed soon and your certificate will be generated once your programme has been marked as complete.

What do I do if I upload the wrong file?

If you make a mistake when uploading a file, please email hello@springpod.com. We will be able to make a note on our system. Don’t worry, the outcome of your programme will not be affected by this.

I have a question about the programme dates, deadline or workload

How long will I have to complete this programme?

There is no specific cut-off deadline for completing your programme (although, if possible, we would encourage you to complete all the work within the time frame, alongside the live webinar sessions).

When does the programme start?

Our programmes have various start dates, you can find the exact date on the programme website page. These are available here: https://www.springpod.com/virtual-work-experience/search

You will be notified if your application has been successful, 3 days before the programme start date.

What happens if I can't finish the work experience in time?

All programme material will remain accessible after the end date of the programme. Students can continue to work through their programme after the official end date. Although, if possible, we would strongly encourage students to complete all the work within the time frame, alongside the live webinar sessions.

How much work is required for these programmes? (Will I be able/should I complete more than one programme at a time)?

There is around 10 hours worth of work in total, spread across a two week period. The live talks will be available as recordings, so you can catch up on any work whenever possible.

When do the programmes run? (programme structure etc.)

Once you have access, you can view and complete the material as and when you can, within the time frame of the course in question (for example, within a two week period). In total, there is around 10 hours worth of work. The live talks will take place during weekday working hours. However, all live talks will be available as recordings and the courses can be completed at your own convenience. . There is no specific cut-off deadline for completing your programme (although, if possible, we would encourage you to complete all the work within the time frame, alongside the live webinar sessions).

I have a question about the live talks

What happens if I can't make a live talk/webinar?

All live talks will be available as recordings. You can access these at the same link used to access the live event. So don’t worry if you can’t attend a live webinar, a recording will be available for you to access through your programme within 24 hours of the live event finishing.

What software is required for the live talks?

We use a piece of software called BigMarker. It is a cloud based video hosting software. It requires no installations or downloads on your end, and will provide everything you need to join the live webinars through one simple link.

Will I be able to ask questions/do I have to have my microphone on?

You will have a chance to ask questions at the end of each webinar. These questions are typed out and then read to the presenter by the host of the live talk. There is no need to speak, and all student microphones will be muted for the duration of the live webinar.

I have a question about the certificate

I have a question about in-person work experience

Do you offer in-person work experience?
We don't directly manage in person work experience but many of our virtual programmes can lead to in person opportunities, look for the programmes marked as 'Virtual to Reality'. You will need to complete the virtual programme and declare your interest via the embedded form.
When will I hear if there is an in-person opportunity?
Our employer partner will contact you directly about any opportunities, timescales can vary Springpod won't be able to provide any updates on progress.

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