<p data-pm-slice="0 0 []">Becoming a Nurse is a highly rewarding career choice if you want to help others and make a difference. It is a demanding and challenging job that requires dedication, skill, and commitment.&nbsp;</p><p>In this article, we will discuss why you would want to become a Nurse and how we can help you to achieve it!&nbsp;</p><p>There are many reasons why someone may choose to become a Nurse. Many people are drawn to the job because it allows them to make a positive impact in the community and develop life-saving skills to help others.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>Whatever the reason, becoming a Nurse is a noble profession that requires a high level of compassion, kindness, and competency. Nurses work closely with the community, building relationships with patients to help improve their condition and maintain a safe environment for them to recover.&nbsp;</p><p>At Weston College, we can help you to achieve your goals. We offer several courses, which can act as the starting point of your career. Our courses are part of our <a class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://www.weston.ac.uk/career-excellence-hubs?utm_source=main-menu&am… Excellence Hubs</u></a>, which gives you fantastic access to employers, whether that be for industry insight talks, work experience or trips.&nbsp;</p><p>To begin your nursing journey, follow these steps:&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>1. Meet Entry Requirements&nbsp;</h2><p>Typically for a Nursing course, you are required to achieve 5 GCSEs (including English, Maths, and Science) Grade 4/C and above.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>You are also required to complete 3 A Level qualifications or equivalent, whether this be a BTEC course, T Level, or Access to HE Diploma.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>At Weston College, we offer a range of course options that you can complete that will start you on the pathway to Nursing. This includes a range of <strong>Health and Social Care courses</strong>, across varying levels, which will build your skills and knowledge, ready for a career in healthcare.&nbsp;</p><p><a class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://www.weston.ac.uk/what-can-i-study/courses-16-18-year-olds/healt… here to see our range of Health and Social Care courses.</u></a>&nbsp;</p><p data-pm-slice="0 0 []">We also offer <strong>A Levels</strong> such as A Level Biology which is often a requirement to work in most areas of healthcare as it provides a strong foundation in biological sciences. Other recommended A Level subjects that Weston College provide include Chemistry, Psychology, and Sociology, as these will give you a more holistic understanding of the human body and the thoughts and behaviour of society.&nbsp;</p><p><a class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://www.weston.ac.uk/what-can-i-study/courses-16-18-year-olds/level… here to see our A Level subjects.</u></a>&nbsp;</p><p>Alternatively, we offer many <strong>Apprenticeships </strong>at varying levels to give everyone the opportunity to study and begin their journey into healthcare.&nbsp;Apprenticeships are a paid, hands-on alternative to classroom study where students get the opportunity to train alongside industry professionals. They provide essential skills required to work in healthcare and prepares people to enter the workplace.</p><p><a class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://www.weston.ac.uk/what-can-i-study/apprenticeships?utm_source=ma… here to see our range of Apprenticeships.</u></a>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>2. Apply to University</h2><p>To become a qualified Nurse, you need an undergraduate degree in Nursing or equivalent. This will involve a mixture of academic and practical study to provide you with the required clinical experience to become a Nurse.&nbsp;</p><p>Always check the entry requirements for your chosen universities, as subjects and grades required can vary depending on the chosen institution.&nbsp;</p><p>At University Centre Weston (UCW), we offer a range of healthcare degrees that you can choose from depending on your desired career path. Whether you wish to become a Nursing Associate, a Paramedic, or an Assistant Practitioner, there is a degree for you.&nbsp;</p><p>Alternatively, you can complete the Level 6 <a class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://www.ucw.ac.uk/courses/registered-nursing-degree-apprenticeship/… Nursing Degree Apprenticeship</u></a> which is a paid degree qualification that provides you with a high level of hands-on experience in the workplace.&nbsp;</p><p><a class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://www.ucw.ac.uk/courses/"><u>Click here to see the available courses at UCW.</u></a>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>3. Completing your Degree</h2><p>During your Nursing Degree, you will typically be required to specialise in a chosen field, whether this is in adult, child, mental health, or learning disability nursing. &nbsp;</p><p>You will also be required to complete a range of different placements in healthcare settings to give you practical experience.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>4. Register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)</h2><p>After graduating, you’ll apply for registration with the NMC and receive a unique Nursing PIN. This code legally authorises you to work as a nurse in the UK. Your registration information, including any conditions on your practice, will be recorded on the publicly accessible NMC register.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>5. Apply for a Nursing job</h2><p>Once you are registered, you are encouraged to apply to various Nursing roles within the NHS or other healthcare organisations to increase your chances of securing a full-time position as a nurse. Within your role, you can specialise further in your career if you wish and continue your professional development.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>If you’re interested in becoming a Nurse or a Healthcare Professional but aren’t sure where to start, join us at our next Open Evening to chat to a member of the team, they will be happy to help.&nbsp;</p>

<p data-pm-slice="0 0 []">Some of our <a class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://www.weston.ac.uk/what-can-i-study/courses-16-18-year-olds/trave… and Tourism</a> learners secured fantastic placements this year, giving them the chance to gain experience with organisations such as <a class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://www.bristolport.co.uk/">Bristol Port Company</a> and with <a class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://www.tui.co.uk/">TUI</a&gt; Travel Agents.</p><p>At Bristol Port, eleven learners took part in a dynamic placement supporting the embarkation and disembarkation of cruise ship passengers. Working on shifts, the students assisted with security operations and provided visitor information services to passengers boarding the Ambition cruise ship, operated by Ambassador Cruises. As part of their experience, they also had the opportunity to tour the ship, offering a unique behind-the-scenes perspective of cruise operations.</p><p>The Bristol Port Company provided a comprehensive induction and training process to prepare learners for their roles. This experience proved to be a fantastic opportunity to develop key skills crucial to the cruise and wider tourism industries such as communication, cultural awareness, problem-solving, and professional conduct.</p><p>The Cruise Industry is a unit on the course, and this work experience provided learners with an inside look at the coordination between travel companies, cruise lines, port authorities and local tourism boards. Learners were able to see how they all work together and be a part of this. This is vital knowledge for a career in travel and tourism.</p><p>In addition, two learners undertook placements at the TUI Travel Agent branch in Weston-super-Mare. During their 37-hour placements, they shadowed experienced staff, sourced holiday deals, and created promotional signage for display outside the store. This hands-on experience offered valuable insight into a wide range of Travel and Tourism services, including holidays, package tours, cruises, destination weddings, and bespoke travel experiences.</p><p>Ben Melhuish, Head of <a class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://www.weston.ac.uk/what-can-i-study/courses-16-18-year-olds/busin…; and <a class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://www.weston.ac.uk/what-can-i-study/courses-16-18-year-olds/trave…; at Weston College, added, “Creating these links with local employers is imperative to the success for our learners on Travel and Tourism. Gaining real world experience in the operations of tourism in the local area helps us meet the skills needs of our employers, whilst also strengthening the transferable skills and employability of our learners when they finish their course. The learners have once again been a credit to their course and college and the feedback from has been extremely positive!”</p><p>Hannah Carstensen, lecturer in <a class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://www.weston.ac.uk/what-can-i-study/courses-16-18-year-olds/busin…; and <a class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://www.weston.ac.uk/what-can-i-study/courses-16-18-year-olds/trave…; at Weston College, shared her thoughts on the placement, “Work experience like this is highly beneficial for our Travel and Tourism learners as it provides practical exposure to the industry. The learners were able to gain an insight into the different Travel and Tourism products and services. This will help improve employability and helps learners build professional connections and references for future roles within the industry.”</p><p>A big thank you to the <a class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://www.bristolport.co.uk/">Bristol Port Company</a> and <a class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://www.tui.co.uk/">TUI</a&gt; Weston-super-Mare for making this opportunity possible and providing an invaluable learning experience.</p><p><a class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://www.weston.ac.uk/what-can-i-study/courses-16-18-year-olds/trave… you’re interested in applying to one of our Travel &amp; Tourism courses, click here.</a></p>

<p data-pm-slice="0 0 []">Weston College Creative Arts are thrilled to announce a brand-new T Level for September 2025, the <a class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://www.weston.ac.uk/what-can-i-study/courses-16-18-year-olds/creat… Broadcast &amp; Production T Level</a>. This is an exciting and dynamic course that will give students the chance to develop their practical and theoretical skills with industry professionals.</p><p>Media is a dynamic and fast-paced industry that is the centre of everything we do. Whether you’re interested in Film Studies, Directing, Presenting, Digital Marketing, Social Media Content Creating or anything else in that field, you will gain invaluable experience from an industry placement that you may not get from a classroom which will prepare you for a real-world environment.</p><p>This T Level will be led by Media lecturer, Addi Coath, who has a strong industry background in film, having completed a Film Production Undergraduate degree before progressing to a Masters in Global Film and Television. He has also produced many award-winning short films and has even set up his own Film Festiva, 90 Second Mayhem.</p><p><strong>What is the </strong><a class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://www.weston.ac.uk/what-can-i-study/courses-16-18-year-olds/creat… T Level</strong></a><strong>?</strong></p><p>The <a class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://www.weston.ac.uk/what-can-i-study/courses-16-18-year-olds/creat… Broadcast &amp; Production T Level</a> is a blend of classroom study and 315 hours of guaranteed industry placement over the two-year course. This will provide you with an in-depth understanding of working with a client where you will gain invaluable feedback and tips to improve your work.</p><p>During the course, you will master a wide range of media production techniques—from creating viral content for platforms like TikTok and Instagram, to producing professional-grade longform media such as documentaries, podcasts, and branded video content. You’ll also learn how to monetise your creativity, build a personal brand, and understand the business side of media—skills that are essential for freelancers, entrepreneurs, and in-house creatives alike.</p><p>Not only this, you will build relationships with clients and gain insight into working in a professional environment with the expectations that accompany this to prepare you for the workplace. These responsibilities will be transferrable between roles and will equip you for working with clients in the future.</p><p><strong>Why choose the </strong><a class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://www.weston.ac.uk/what-can-i-study/courses-16-18-year-olds/creat… T Level</strong></a><strong>?</strong></p><p>The industry experience that students gain from the T Level will put their knowledge into practice and allow students to network with industry professionals. They will also build their personal portfolio and relationships with clients which will enhance their CVs and University applications for the future.&nbsp;</p><p>Many employers look for industry experience as well as qualifications now, and this T Level can set students apart from others. It will improve many transferrable skills such as time management, organisational skills, communication and teamwork, as well as develop professionalism and maturity that is necessary for any role.&nbsp;</p><p><a class="ProsemirrorEditor-link" href="https://www.weston.ac.uk/what-can-i-study/courses-16-18-year-olds/creat… you’re interested in applying for the Media T Level in September, click here.</a></p>