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Exploring Career Options

Working in the health sector offers a wide range of exciting career opportunities. Many graduate jobs however are open to all graduates so there may be far more that you can do with your degree than you think. The resources below will help you explore your options. 

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  • Researching Career Options

    Prospects what can I do with my degree? gives suggestions about careers that link to your subject.  

    Prospects Job Profiles enable you to browse career options by sector or by letter. 

    The Career Discovery Channel on My Career Enriched allows you to explore and browse articles and job descriptions that match your areas of interest. 

    Gradsims  from Targetjobs are free graduate-led videos designed to help you choose a career that suits your needs and interests. You’ll learn about specific sectors, gain insights from recent graduates and complete simulated real life tasks. 

    Specifically for health students

    NHS: Explore roles - Health Careers

    Prospects: What can I do with my degree Health & Social Care

    Prospects: Healthcare job profiles

    Prospects: What can I do with my degree in Health Studies

    Prefer an interactive e-learning course?

    Click on the image below to set up a Targetjobs account and access this and other Pathway courses.

    Pathway - How to generate new career ideas, Pathway: How to generate new career ideas. In this 45 minute course you will be given the tools you need to identify career paths you are likely to enjoy and excel at, so you can start a fulfilling career journey

     

     

     

  • Researching Sectors and Employers

    Navigating the health sector's diverse career landscape requires research into both the various sectors and potential employers. By understanding the unique characteristics and opportunities within the public, private, and non-profit sectors, as well as gaining insights into individual employers, you can tailor your career path to align with your skills, interests, and values.  

    Prospects: Healthcare sector overview  

    Health Careers: Offers detailed information on over 350 different careers within the NHS, including job descriptions, required qualifications, and career pathways 

    NHS jobs – Search for jobs in the NHS 

    NHS Employers – ethical recruiters list 

    HealthJobsUK: Lists job opportunities across various sectors, including private healthcare, charities, and other health-related organisations 

    MedicaljobsUK: Provides job listings for public and private health roles, assisting job seekers in searching and applying for positions in the medical field 

    You can connect with professions in the healthcare sector  via Linkedin, join relevant groups and follow companies. There are numerous professional associations like Royal College of Nursing or the British Medical Association who have jobs boards and networking events. 

  • Labour Market Information: Health Professions

    Understanding labour market trends in the health professions is important for making informed career decisions. By exploring these trends, you can better anticipate job opportunities and align your skills with the demands of the health sector. 

    Local skills dashboard – GOV.UK: statistics on local employment and skills 

    NHS Digital: offers reports and data on workforce statistics within the NHS including employment levels, demographics and trends. 

    Office for National Statistics: labour market statistics for the UK 

     

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