Level 6Degree apprenticeship · BSc/BA
Biomedical scientist
Carry out a range of laboratory and scientific tests to support the diagnosis and treatment of disease.
Typical duration
3 years
Training funded
Fully funded
Route
Health and science
Standard ref
ST1314
Role overview
The Biomedical Scientist apprenticeship is a degree-level programme that trains you to analyse patient samples in NHS or private laboratory settings, covering areas such as haematology, microbiology, clinical chemistry and histopathology. Apprentices develop the skills to produce accurate diagnostic results that inform patient care. It leads to HCPC registration as a Biomedical Scientist and career progression in laboratory medicine.
Careers this apprenticeship leads to
Salary progression, top employers and day-to-day reality for the roles this standard prepares you for.
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