Healthcare Science (Audiology) – Degree Apprenticeships
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Degree Apprenticeship Programmes in Healthcare (Audiology)
A Degree Apprenticeship programme in Healthcare Audiology at Aston can offer several benefits to both the apprentice (your employee) and your business:
- Practical and theoretical knowledge: the apprentice student gains a blend of hands-on experience and learning, to become a comprehensive expert in the field of audiology.
- Can improve job satisfaction: Offering a Degree Apprenticeship programme can demonstrate commitment to employee growth and development.
- Improved patient care: Enhanced training can improve higher quality of care for the patient.
- Flexible learning: apprentices work and study, providing a flexible learning approach.
- Professional accreditation: Student apprentices can study towards an accredited qualification from the National School of Healthcare Science.
Foundation Degree in Hearing Aid Audiology FDSc Degree Apprenticeship
This is a 15-month work-based Degree Apprenticeship programme. This programme creates a pathway to becoming an audiologist. Successful graduates of the programme will meet the National Occupational Standards for Associate Practitioner in Audiology within the NHS, and for Hearing Aid Dispenser in the private sector. Both groups can register with the Health and Care Professions Council to work as Hearing Aid Dispensers.
Healthcare Science (Audiology) Degree Apprenticeship BSc (Hons)
This is a 4-year work-based programme. Student apprentices work while studying part-time towards a National School of Healthcare Science accredited certification.
Healthcare Science (Audiology) Degree Apprenticeship (direct entry to final year) BSc (Hons)
This is a direct entry into the final year of our Healthcare Science (Audiology) Degree Apprenticeship BSc (Hons) programme, is designed specifically for student apprentices who have previously completed the Foundation Degree in Hearing Aid Audiology FDSc at Aston University, or a similar course at a recognised UK institution.
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