Meet our apprentices
First-hand testimonies from former Student Nursing Associate apprentices.
Michelle Bird
The apprenticeship has helped me gain confidence and develop both personally and professionally.
Michelle Bird
Class of 2021
Michelle completed her nursing apprenticeship in 2021 and is now qualified as a Band 4 Nurse Associate.
Thomas Beresford
I have always wanted to progress in my nursing career after being a healthcare assistant.
Thomas Beresford
Class of 2020
Thomas completed his nursing apprenticeship in 2020 and is now responsible for groups and patients within A&E, as well as a Clinical Educator at the University of Sheffield.
Ellie Simpson
The experience that we get from the placements is amazing and very hard to come by.
Ellie Simpson
Class of 2020
Ellie qualified as a Nurse Associate after completing the Nursing Associate foundation degree apprenticeship before enrolling in the nurse top-up course.
Simon McFarlane
I have more effective communication skills within different fields of nursing.
Simon McFarlane
Class of 2020
Simon McFarlane completed his nursing apprenticeship in 2020 and is now running his own physical health clinic for adults with learning disabilities.
Miles Cooper
I was attracted to the role because I wanted to help make a real difference to people's lives each day.
Miles Cooper
Current Nursing Associate Apprentice
Miles Cooper is a current TNA, due to complete his apprenticeship in October 2022.
Kirsten Leslie
Being on placements is a great learning opportunity.
Kirsten Leslie
Current Nursing Associate Apprentice
Kirsten is due to complete her Nursing Associate Apprenticeship in October 2022. Read on to find out more about her day-to-day experiences on the course.
Joanna Hayes
I wish this opportunity had been around many years ago.
Joanna Hayes
Former Nursing Associate Apprentice
Joanna graduated in 2021 after working as a healthcare assistant for 20 years. Read on to find out more about her experiences studying his apprenticeship at the University of Sheffield.