Nursing Associate (Level 5)
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Employer Feedback
Feedback from Managers on the benefits the Nursing Associate apprenticeship has brought to the organisation:
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”Our apprentice has grown in confidence and developed their clinical skills, especially around Asthma, which has freed up nurse time to deal with the more complex cases.”
“Additionality for cytology and going forward imms and vaccs. A positive learning environment within practice that numerous staff members were involved in. Career progression. New roles within practice and finding out the remit of that practice and how we can safely implement.”
”The apprentice’s knowledge in areas has improved massively along with their confidence. Key areas like learning disabilities and palliative care will be very beneficial to the practice and patients.”
”Given additional capacity for patients. Supported a staff member to develop whilst still working here.”
”Enhanced Services, Increased Capacity and New service delivery.”
”Increased skills, more diverse appointments and more confidence in seeing complex patients which in turn improves service to patients.”
”Member of staff has relieved pressure from the nursing team.”
Duration
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Pathway
On successful completion of this apprenticeship, examples of further apprenticeship options include; Nursing Top-Up.
HASO Apprenticeship pathway tool is available
hereCareer progression does not have to be linear. Entry criteria may differ per provider and varied routes may be available depending on the individuals prior learning and experience.
Information Last Updated
27/01/2026
Further Programme and Provider Information
How to Apply
If you would like to apply for an apprenticeship (either for yourself, a member of staff or a vacancy position), please complete the Primary Care Expression of Interest Form. This is for Primary Care Employers within Lancashire and South Cumbria only. By completing the expression of interest form, the Training Hub Apprenticeships team will be able to complete basic pre-checks, provide you with personalised guidance, and start the programme application process for you. If you would like to discuss anything first, please email [email protected] or call Olivia, Apprenticeships Manager, on 07735161775. You can find out more about the stages of applying for an apprenticeship within our Apprenticeships Process - Employer Guide. Social Care Employers within Lancashire and South Cumbria, please contact Dawn on [email protected]
