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Lecturer in Nursing Associates (Apprenticeship)

Ryan Byrne

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Associate Lecturer

Kelly Sweeney

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Accessibility Statement

The website will aim to achieve the recommended government standard for web accessibility.

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General information

The training and development of an apprentice is a three-way partnership between the employer, the apprentice and University College Birmingham.

Other

Head of Department for Social Work and Social Care

Dr Gemma Hunt

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Associate Professor, Head of Department (Business and Enterprise)

Kathryn Hayat

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Associate Lecturer

Ben Franks

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Associate professor and Deputy Dean

Sean Preston

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Senior Lecturer, Health & Workforce Development

Rebecca Delpino

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Apprenticeship Account Lead

Stuart Wildsmith

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Lecturer

David Hanlon

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Apprenticeships for Employers

Whether you are a small, independent business or a large corporation, public or private sector, we have apprenticeships to suit you.

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Apply for an Apprenticeship | University College Birmingham

University College Birmingham offers people aged 16 and over exciting opportunities to learn skills for life while getting paid. From healthcare and business to culinary and construction, we are here to help you kick-start your career and it won't cost…

Other

Apprenticeships for students

Run with valued industry partners, our diverse apprenticeships offer superb opportunities for young people aged 16 and over to learn skills for life while getting paid.

Other

Associate Lecturer

Lily-May Onions

Other

External examiners

External examiners are appointed to provide the University with impartial, independent advice and informed comment on our academic standards and student achievement.

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International tuition fees

Find out more information about tuition fees, payment procedures and scholarships for international students at University College Birmingham.

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University League Tables Statement

University College Birmingham’s unique, dual role as a successful higher education and further education institution means its performance is often unfairly represented by the traditional 'one-size-fits-all' university league tables.

Other

Why take on our apprentices

Apprentices can prove absolutely invaluable to a business, according to UK employers, from improving your bottom line to growing your talent, filling a skills gap and motivating colleagues.

Other

Visas and immigration

Once you have made your decision to study at University College Birmingham, you will need to make final arrangements, which are likely to include obtaining a visa.

Other

Online content moderation guidance

We welcome your participation and comments on the University College Birmingham’s website, online forums and various digital and social media content.

Other

Business

University College Birmingham’s commitment to vocational education, from apprenticeships through to Master’s Degrees, means we actively promote engagement with business across a variety of platforms. We can support your industry through training and support, work placements and job opportunities –…

Other

Upskilling your workforce

With more qualified staff needed to support demand, your solution could be to upskill or retrain your current workforce and we can support you with courses needed to prepare your workforce to meet the changing needs of the industry.

Other

Marks and Certificates

Whether you're a former student who needs to replace vital documents, or a current student who wants to know what you will receive when you complete your studies, you will find all the relevant information here.

Other

International Study at University College Birmingham

Voted in the top 25 for international study (Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2024), University College Birmingham, a renowned specialist university, offers a wide range of courses for international students.

Other

Global Experiences

Find out more about Global Experiences

Other

British Psychological Society accreditation

Our undergraduate and postgraduate psychology degree courses are accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS).

Other

Meet the India Team

Find out more about the India team

Other

History of University

With over 7,500 students on diverse courses, University College Birmingham is unrecognisable today from the small Victorian classes to which its origins can be traced.

Other

Our economic impact

At University College Birmingham, we are supporting our region to grow and develop to ensure it meets its skills priorities. Independent analysis has identified that we have a total economic impact of £358 million across the UK.

Other

Meet the International team

Find out more about the International team

Other

Virtual tours

Take a look around our University, no matter where you are. Check out our virtual tours of our accommodation, campuses and world class facilities.

Other

International Application Deadlines

This page outlines the international application deadlines for the September 2025 intake.

Other

Cookie Policy

Cookies are small pieces of information that a website can store on your computer in order for it to remember something about you at a later time.

Other

School and college outreach

Our schools liaison and outreach team coordinates a variety of initiatives to raise aspirations and broaden awareness and understanding of Higher Education.

News and insights

First cohort of Nursing Associate apprentices celebrate completion

The first group of Nursing Associate FdSc apprentices have finished their programme, celebrating with lecturers and employer partners. The apprenticeship was first introduced in the healthcare sector to boost the capacity of the nursing workforce and bridge the gap between…

News and insights

Nursing associate apprenticeship offers specialist skills boost for health sector

A new apprenticeship programme at University College Birmingham is set to provide a boost for the health sector by developing skills for specialist areas of the nursing profession.

News and insights

Blog | Nursing Associate vs Registered Nurse: choosing the right path for you

Not sure which nursing course is for you? This blog will help you to find out which role fits your goals, lifestyle and future plans.

News and insights

The search for the UCB Apprentice

BA Business Enterprise students were hoping to hear the magic words "You're hired!" from billionaire business tycoon Sir Terence Trumpalot.

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Accelerated apprenticeship to turn nursing associates into full practitioners

A brand new accelerated degree apprenticeship to train nursing associates working everywhere from emergency wards to prisons into full clinical practitioners has been launched to alleviate the pressure on healthcare teams across the region and UK.

News and insights

How a hash brown TikTok led to recipe book deal for apprentice Poppy

A University College Birmingham chef apprentice who amassed over a million social media followers after sharing a video on making hash browns is to see her first recipe book go on sale later this year.

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Blog | Bridging the gap: a new approach to nursing apprentices

Learn how University College Birmingham’s blended nursing apprenticeship model supports national provision - offering remote university learning, strategic employer partnerships, diverse placement opportunities and a healthcare workforce-development approach designed to address post‑pandemic nurse shortages.

News and insights

Former RACA chef apprentice wows Alpine resort guests alongside MasterChef winner

A former Royal Academy of Culinary Arts (RACA) apprentice worked with MasterChef winner and ex-student Dan Lee to create a gourmet dining experience for guests at an exclusive Swiss chalet resort.

News and insights

Healthcare heroes: first nursing and physiotherapy graduates celebrate

The first cohorts from University College Birmingham's Nursing (Adult) BSc (Hons) and Physiotherapy BSc (Hons) programmes graduated this month.

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Shortlisted for best student experience in national nursing awards

University College Birmingham has been shortlisted for Best Student Experience in the national Student Nursing Times Awards 2023.

News and insights

Shortlisted for best nursing student experience and education provider

University College Birmingham has once again been shortlisted in the national Student Nursing Times Awards for Best Student Experience and Nurse Education Provider of the Year (pre-registration). Judges selected the University based on its excellence in nursing education and inspiring…

News and insights

"Authentic" hospital placement wins at Student Nursing Times Awards

An "authentic" hospital placement opportunity available to University College Birmingham nursing and physiotherapy students – designed and implemented as part of a wider collaboration – has won at the national Student Nursing Times Awards.

News and insights

Two nursing master's launched for community health and social care

University College Birmingham has launched a new MSc Adult Social Care Nursing, MSc Homeless and Inclusion Health Nursing and a V300 prescribing course to support community and social care Registered Nurses.

News and insights

Innovative new degree open after Nursing and Midwifery Council approval

An innovative new nursing degree that will see students train in cutting-edge facilities to become registered nurses within a progressive healthcare landscape has been given the green light by the UK’s top body.

News and insights

Best education provider of the year at Student Nursing Times Awards

The award recognises our dedication to supporting students' personal growth and their ability to deliver person-centred, holistic care.

News and insights

Mental health nursing degree launched to meet shortage of frontline workers

University College Birmingham has invested in a raft of cutting-edge technology to support students on its new mental health nursing degree, launched to train a badly-needed workforce of qualified nursing staff to provide support in the region.

News and insights

Emotional celebration for first nursing cohort who started at height of pandemic

There were emotional moments a-plenty for both students and teaching staff at a special celebration for University College Birmingham’s very first nursing cohort – who started their course right at the height of the Covid-19 pandemic.

News and insights

HIRED successfully retains Matrix accreditation

Retaining the gold standard in accreditation for its advice and guidance reaffirms the quality of support offered to students.

News and insights

Nursing graduate who found his calling during degree wins student of year

A recently-qualified student who was part of the very first cohort of the University’s adult nursing degree at the height of the pandemic has won a top education award for going above and beyond during his studies.

News and insights

UCB Hospitality Higher Apprentice first in the country

UCB has signed up a Bromsgrove school chef to be the first Higher Level Apprentice in Hospitality Management in the country.

News and insights

Lord Sherbet hunts for the UCB Apprentice

BA Business Enterprise and Digital Marketing students have been listening for the magic words “You’re hired!” from the mouth of billionaire business tycoon Sir Alan Sherbet.

News and insights

RACA apprentice scores job at three Michelin-star restaurant

Drew Morris, a Royal Academy of Culinary Arts (RACA) apprentice nearing the end of his time with UCB, has just landed a job at iconic three Michelin-star restaurant The Waterside Inn in Bray, Berkshire.

News and insights

UCB chef apprentices triumph at Hotelympia competitions - what a way to mark National Apprentice Week!

Every UCB chef apprentice competing at the biggest foodservice and hospitality show in the UK has come home with either a gold or silver medal – what a way to celebrate National Apprenticeship Week!

News and insights

Duo win special awards at celebration event for UCB apprentices

Apprentices from University College Birmingham gathered together on campus this week for UCB's first-ever Apprenticeship Celebration Event.

News and insights

Pressure cookers! RACA apprentices’ final exam comes with a VIP visit

The heat was on for nine University College Birmingham apprentices as they underwent their Royal Academy of Culinary Arts (RACA) Chef’s Apprenticeship Scheme exam.

News and insights

World class standards of service lead to top industry award

Raising the bar and providing even higher standards of service across the University has seen UCB pick up a prestigious award from the leading hospitality association.

News and insights

Everyone's a winner as RACA chef apprentices scoop string of medals at Salon Culinaire

A group of apprentice chefs from University College Birmingham have swept to success...

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New degree apprenticeship pledges to address nurse recruitment difficulties in Birmingham

A “distinctive” new adult nursing degree apprenticeship at University College Birmingham (UCB) could provide the answer to the rising number of NHS vacancies advertised in the city.

News and insights

Alumni share success stories to mark National Apprenticeship Week

Former University College Birmingham apprentices who went onto incredible careers shared their stories at an employer-focused event for this year’s National Apprenticeship Week.

News and insights

Students and apprentices join star-studded kitchen staff at Chef's Forum event hosted by UCB.

A group of Royal Academy of Culinary Arts (RACA) apprentices and Level 3 Hospitality with Events students joined forces yesterday for The Chef’s Forum Birmingham and Midlands Lunch – a pay-as-you-feel event for top chefs and influencers across the region…

News and insights

Record haul of medals for "incredible" culinary arts apprentices

Eleven Royal Academy of Culinary Arts (RACA) apprentices from UCB are celebrating success at The Professional Kitchen Show’s competitive stages - including a staggering six gold medals.

News and insights

University College Birmingham launches region's most prestigious chef apprenticeship

University College Birmingham is launching a prestigious new course for apprentice chefs in partnership with the Royal Academy of Culinary Arts.

News and insights

Apprentices working at top Brum restaurants win record haul of medals at Hotelympia

University College Birmingham chef apprentices working at Michelin-starred restaurants and other venues across the region have come away with a record medal haul from the Hotelympia skills competition – an achievement described as “exceptional”.

News and insights

Ooh la la! Parisian chef gives masterclass in French cooking to UCB Professional Cookery apprentices and Chef Lecturers

Chef lecturers and apprentices at UCB were taught the crème de la crème of sophisticated French cuisine last week in a masterclass delivered by Phillippe Baillergeant, esteemed chef at the Jean-Drouant Hotel School of Paris.

News and insights

University urges employers to use apprenticeship funding as major contracts unveiled

University College Birmingham is urging employers to take up the “significant” new apprenticeship government funding – starting today – as it unveils a raft of major new contracts.

News and insights

Blog | National Apprenticeship Week spotlight – Kennedy Bowman

For National Apprenticeship Week, we’re putting the spotlight on some of our incredible apprentices like Kennedy Bowman, a Senior Nurse now on her Level 3 Team Leader/Supervisor apprenticeship to boost her all-round knowledge and support for patients.

News and insights

Students and apprentices bag nine medals at huge culinary competition

Just one Cornetto…cocktail and a whole heap of hard work was what it took to come away with a multi-medal haul from the International Salon Culinaire chef competition at Excel London.

News and insights

UCB's apprentices aim high to buck national trend

UCB is bucking the national trend when it comes to improving the skill level of apprentices.

News and insights

Skills for lunch – University has apprenticeships on the menu

As part of National Apprenticeship Week, University College Birmingham will be bringing together professionals who are already benefiting from apprentices in their workforce, alongside companies new to the apprenticeship world for a delicious buffet lunch at the University's Restaurant at…

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Hospitality apprenticeship at The Cross, Kenilworth (1)

Passionate about hospitality? We have a fantastic opportunity for you!  The Cross , Kenilworth is looking for a Food and Beverage Service Apprentice to learn while they earn in their Michelin star establishment.

News and insights

Bakery apprentices invited to innovative bakery facility

Three Level 3 Bakery apprentices were invited to bakery giant Bakels' new Baking Centre in Bicester for a demonstration of the latest technology in dough processing and their ultra-modern facilities.

News and insights

Hospitality apprenticeship at The Cross, Kenilworth

Passionate about hospitality? We have a fantastic opportunity for you! The Cross, Kenilworth is looking for a Food and Beverage Service Apprentice to learn while they earn in their Michelin star establishment.

News and insights

Student Drew scores silver at Wing Yip cooking contest

Royal Academy of Culinary Arts (RACA) apprentice Drew Morris has given an impressive performance at the final of the Wing Yip Oriental Cookery Young Chef of the Year 2018.

News and insights

Front of house apprenticeship at Simpsons, Birmingham

Simpsons restaurant is looking for a new front of house apprentice to learn while they earn in their Michelin star restaurant.

News and insights

UCB serves up chef apprenticeships

Simpsons restaurant is looking for two new apprentice chefs to learn while they earn in their Michelin star kitchens.

Other

Lecturer in Nursing Associates (Apprenticeship)

Ryan Byrne

Other

Associate Lecturer

Kelly Sweeney

Other

Accessibility Statement

The website will aim to achieve the recommended government standard for web accessibility.

Other

General information

The training and development of an apprentice is a three-way partnership between the employer, the apprentice and University College Birmingham.

Other

Head of Department for Social Work and Social Care

Dr Gemma Hunt

Other

Associate Professor, Head of Department (Business and Enterprise)

Kathryn Hayat

Other

Associate Lecturer

Ben Franks

Other

Associate professor and Deputy Dean

Sean Preston

Other

Senior Lecturer, Health & Workforce Development

Rebecca Delpino

Other

Apprenticeship Account Lead

Stuart Wildsmith

Other

Lecturer

David Hanlon

Other

Apprenticeships for Employers

Whether you are a small, independent business or a large corporation, public or private sector, we have apprenticeships to suit you.

Other

Apply for an Apprenticeship | University College Birmingham

University College Birmingham offers people aged 16 and over exciting opportunities to learn skills for life while getting paid. From healthcare and business to culinary and construction, we are here to help you kick-start your career and it won't cost…

Other

Apprenticeships for students

Run with valued industry partners, our diverse apprenticeships offer superb opportunities for young people aged 16 and over to learn skills for life while getting paid.

Other

Associate Lecturer

Lily-May Onions

Other

External examiners

External examiners are appointed to provide the University with impartial, independent advice and informed comment on our academic standards and student achievement.

Other

International tuition fees

Find out more information about tuition fees, payment procedures and scholarships for international students at University College Birmingham.

Other

University League Tables Statement

University College Birmingham’s unique, dual role as a successful higher education and further education institution means its performance is often unfairly represented by the traditional 'one-size-fits-all' university league tables.

Other

Why take on our apprentices

Apprentices can prove absolutely invaluable to a business, according to UK employers, from improving your bottom line to growing your talent, filling a skills gap and motivating colleagues.

Other

Visas and immigration

Once you have made your decision to study at University College Birmingham, you will need to make final arrangements, which are likely to include obtaining a visa.

Other

Online content moderation guidance

We welcome your participation and comments on the University College Birmingham’s website, online forums and various digital and social media content.

Other

Business

University College Birmingham’s commitment to vocational education, from apprenticeships through to Master’s Degrees, means we actively promote engagement with business across a variety of platforms. We can support your industry through training and support, work placements and job opportunities –…

Other

Upskilling your workforce

With more qualified staff needed to support demand, your solution could be to upskill or retrain your current workforce and we can support you with courses needed to prepare your workforce to meet the changing needs of the industry.

Other

Marks and Certificates

Whether you're a former student who needs to replace vital documents, or a current student who wants to know what you will receive when you complete your studies, you will find all the relevant information here.

Other

International Study at University College Birmingham

Voted in the top 25 for international study (Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2024), University College Birmingham, a renowned specialist university, offers a wide range of courses for international students.

Other

Global Experiences

Find out more about Global Experiences

Other

British Psychological Society accreditation

Our undergraduate and postgraduate psychology degree courses are accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS).

Other

Meet the India Team

Find out more about the India team

Other

History of University

With over 7,500 students on diverse courses, University College Birmingham is unrecognisable today from the small Victorian classes to which its origins can be traced.

Other

Our economic impact

At University College Birmingham, we are supporting our region to grow and develop to ensure it meets its skills priorities. Independent analysis has identified that we have a total economic impact of £358 million across the UK.

Other

Meet the International team

Find out more about the International team

Other

Virtual tours

Take a look around our University, no matter where you are. Check out our virtual tours of our accommodation, campuses and world class facilities.

Other

International Application Deadlines

This page outlines the international application deadlines for the September 2025 intake.

Other

Cookie Policy

Cookies are small pieces of information that a website can store on your computer in order for it to remember something about you at a later time.

Other

School and college outreach

Our schools liaison and outreach team coordinates a variety of initiatives to raise aspirations and broaden awareness and understanding of Higher Education.