Important Announcement
The Medical Doctor Degree Apprenticeship Scheme, introduced in 2023 to increase accessibility and diversity within the medical profession, has been paused indefinitely following a decision by the government to withdraw funding. This innovative program provided low-income students with a pathway to qualify as doctors without incurring significant student debt, combining academic studies with paid work experience in NHS trusts. Despite concerns about a “two-tier system,” apprentices were held to the same rigorous standards as traditional medical students, as outlined by the General Medical Council. Initially set to expand to 2,000 apprenticeships by 2031-32, this decision marks a significant shift in educational policy, sparking debate about the future of equitable access to medical training.
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FAQs
1 - What are the entry requirements?
The entry requirements will be set by medical schools and employers. Employers must be assured that applicants have the right values and behaviours expected of doctors and that they are capable of the academic learning involved typically high grades at A Level or above.
2 - What role will medical apprentices have?
The main difference between a medical apprenticeship and a traditional medical degree is that apprentices will work for their employer alongside their medical education. However, apprentices cannot work as doctors until they have completed their training and obtained GMC registration
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They will instead undertake roles appropriate to their training and skill level, to be determined locally by their employer.
3 - How much will medical apprentices be paid?
There are no national agreements for apprentice pay ane employers will need to determine local approaches.