The degree apprenticeship route into diagnostic radiography: Implications for the workplace

Abstract

Purpose: The aim of this poster is to describe the implications for clinical departments who may be looking to support apprentice diagnostic radiographers. Key differences between conventional undergraduate programmes and the workplace learning that is at the core of apprenticeship education will be outlined.Summary: An approach to the design and delivery of an apprenticeship programme in diagnostic radiography will be outlined. Examples will be given of workplace-based learning activities that would, in an undergraduate programme, be delivered in the academic setting. The implications for the clinical workforce who will be supporting the apprentice learners will then be considered.