NHS National Work Experience Applications Open

Applications for the free National NHS Virtual Work experience programme have now reopened for spring! This programme has supported over 30,000 secondary school students to obtain free work experiences last year. Virtual work experiences have been accepted by the Medical Schools and Dental Schools Council as valuable alternatives to in-person shadowing, backed by the Health Education England Discovery report on the impact of virtual work placements.
This programme is brought to you by Birmingham Universities Hospitals Trust in collaboration with Medic Mentor, and it is completely free. Not only is this a reliable alternative to in-person shadowing, but it also plays a significant role in preparing students for their in-person work placements with structured teaching and opportunities to speak directly with healthcare professionals. The opportunity is open to any student across the UK from 14 years old and above.
To ensure your students don't miss this fantastic opportunity to gain valuable work experience, they need to attend our upcoming Get Into Medicine or Get Into Dentistry conference, granting them IMMEDIATE ACCESS to the Virtual Work Experience programmes.
Students and parents can register for free at these links:
For aspiring Doctors: FREE LIVE VIRTUAL Get Into Medicine conference dates:
Sunday 22nd March from 9am - 1:30pm
Saturday 28th March from 9am - 1:30pm
Register here: https://medicmentor.org/get-into_medicine_conference_signup/
For aspiring Dentists: FREE LIVE VIRTUAL Get Into Dentistry conference date:
Saturday 21st March from 9am - 1:30pm
Register here: https://dental-mentor.org/get-into-dentistry-conference-sign-up/
Crafted in collaboration with Birmingham Universities Hospitals Trust, this thoughtfully curated 6-month medical and 4-month dental programme provides a unique glimpse into the medical and dental fields. The e-learning format enables students to fulfil their placements at their own pace, covering ethics, procedures, broader team roles, and fostering direct dialogues with doctors and dentists. This virtual experience creates a strong foundation for students' future careers, not only enhancing their UCAS applications but also strategically preparing them for practical work experience opportunities.
Students can learn more about our Virtual Work Experience here: https://medicmentor.org/university-hospitals-birmingham-trust-virtual-work-experience/
Taking part in the Virtual Work Experience will provide:
- Comprehensive Insights: The programme covers a range of specialities, providing a holistic understanding of medical and dental practices. Each month, a new focus area is introduced, allowing participants to delve into different aspects of the field.
- Flexible Participation:Tailored for students from years 10-13/S3-S6/NI10-14, the programme accommodates various schedules by being virtual. Participants have one month to complete each specialty, ensuring flexibility and ease of participation.
- Recognised Certification: Upon successful completion of all specialities, students will receive a certificate from Medic Mentor and UHB, validating their active participation to include in their UCAS and apprenticeships applications.
This month's spotlight is on Obstetrics & Gynaecology or Paediatric & Dental Surgery. It's a chance to get a firsthand look into the inner workings of the medical and dental fields, helping your students shape their career aspirations in their chosen path.
Students can sign up for the upcoming Get Into Conferences and unlock access to our Virtual Work Experience Programme here:
Get Into Medicine: https://medicmentor.org/get-into_medicine_conference_signup/
Get Into Dentistry: https://dental-mentor.org/get-into-dentistry-conference-sign-up/