Applications are open for Healthcare Academy 52. The Healthcare Academy with NHS Tayside has been running for almost 20 years now and is delivered in partnership by NHS Tayside, D&A College and Discover Work. Please read the following information clearly before applying.
What to expect:
- An entry-level* training course for people with limited or no qualifications and experience of working in the healthcare industry
- 2 weeks classroom work delivered by D&A College
- 1 week employability training delivered by Discover Work
- 3 weeks of work placements in various clinical and non-clinical NHS Tayside departments
- Modules and accredited training including; first aid, manual handling, infection control, continence care, etc.
- Help to apply for any available jobs in NHS (or anything else you like) on completion of the course
- Guaranteed interview for those who complete the academy
- Key worker support to help you get ready for starting work and for up to a year into employment
Important dates & locations**:
- Information Day: 11am, Tuesday 12th August 2025 at Lecture Theatre 1, D&A College, Gardyne Road, DD5 1NY
- Interviews: Thursday 14th August 2025
- Registrations: Friday 15th August 2025
- Placements: Monday 15th September to Thursday 2nd October 2025
- Full course dates: Monday 1st September to Friday 10th October 2025
Requirements:
- Live in Dundee or close by
- Have the right to work in the UK
- Be unemployed or underemployed (not enough hours, low pay, etc.)
- Be able to commit to all days of the course
- Be interested in working in the healthcare industry
* Healthcare Academy is primarily for people without university level education (some exceptions apply)
**Applicants must attend the Information Day to be considered for the course
Please complete the online application form to apply. If you have any issues completing this form, email contact@discoverworkdundee.co.uk and so we can support you with your application.
Online Application Form link: https://forms.office.com/e/LqX1Zh91Yr
Applications close 5pm, Tuesday 5th August 2025.
