Bethany started her nursing career when she was 16 after taking an NVQ level 2 and level 3 in acute ward nursing. She chose the vocational route because she is more of a ‘hands on learner’ and wanted to do the job rather than learn through text books.

“ I wanted to learn the job through actually caring for patients and found that vocational training suited my learning needs and would provide a very good grounding for my future career. The course also gave me two extra years learning the fundamentals of nursing care and being able to care for patients in a ward environment before I went on to university.”

Having completed the NVQ Bethany went onto the University of Sheffield to do the ADNS (Advanced Diploma in Nursing Studies) course. She is now enjoying a career as a registered nurse at Barnsley hospital and says,

“If you are considering a career in nursing this path is an excellent choice. When I was a little girl I always dreamt of being a nurse and that is what I’m doing now, looking after patients, caring for people and making them better.”