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Psychiatrists are doctors who diagnose and treat patients with mental health problems.
To become a psychiatrist you'll need to complete:
Some universities will also accept non-science graduates. When you apply for a course in medicine, you could be asked to take the University Clinical Aptitude Test (UCAT) or BioMedical Admissions Test (BMAT). They test the skills you'll need on the course, like critical thinking, problem solving, data analysis, communication and scientific knowledge. There's a lot of competition for places on medical degrees. Most university admissions departments will expect you to have done some relevant paid or voluntary experience.
You'll usually need 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, including English, maths and science and 3 A-Levels, or equivalent, including biology and chemistry. You'll also need a degree in a relevant subject for postgraduate study.
You'll need:
In this role, you could:
With experience, you may go on to lead a team, or manage a unit or department. You may also progress to teaching and training students, trainee doctors and other healthcare professionals. With experience and entry on the General Medical Council (GMC) Specialist Register, you could apply for senior (or consultant) roles.
Speech and language therapists help children and adults who have speaking and communication problems.
Community matrons provide care and support to people with long-term or complicated health conditions.
Sport and exercise psychologists work with athletes, teams and coaches to improve their motivation and performance.
Pharmacists provide expert advice on the use and supply of medicines and medical appliances.
A hospital doctor diagnoses and treats illness and disease in patients admitted to hospital.
Surgeons carry out operations and medical procedures on patients.
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Not only will your organisation (or the Government) pay for all of your training, but you’ll be paid to do it. That means you could actually get paid to get your degree and have no debt!
There are over 625 different apprenticeships to choose from, in a range of industries. Whether you’re interested in law, marketing, construction, or engineering, you’ll find something up your street!
As an apprentice, the minimum you’ll earn is £6.20 an hour, but we’ve seen apprentices earn a starting salary of up to £30,000 a year! You could also get other employee benefits like gym memberships, paid holiday, and sick pay.
Employers think apprentices are 15% more employable than those with other qualifications. In fact, many large employers train their graduates and apprentices together!
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