Health & Social Care - Online Pupil Forum by Excelerate https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca Made with curiousity. This is your space to ask industry professionals questions. Our industry professionals include: Lindsay, Day Services Manager - Banff Day Opportunities | Daisy, Medic student - University of Dundee | Morag & Sylvia - Brio Retirement Village | Laura, Education Liaison Officer - Inspire Partnership Through Life Ltd | en-us 2021-10-20 07:49:26 UTC 2022-01-17 10:19:46 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-uploads.storage.googleapis.com/638135702/b23c8981ebca7ec44144c3ae43fa05af/Health_Icon.png What skills do you need to do your job? Excelerate https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1829660369 Good communication skills, compassion, empathy, and calmness under pressure. ]]> 2021-10-20 07:49:26 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1829660369 What school subjects do you use the most in your job? Excelerate https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1829660371 pending response from a doctor]]> 2021-10-20 07:49:26 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1829660371 Where do you think the jobs will be in 5 years time? Excelerate https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1829660372 The role of the registered nurse is constantly expanding and honestly I have no idea where it will be in 5 years as I didn't see me doing my current role 5 years ago! That's what makes it exciting]]> 2021-10-20 07:49:26 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1829660372 What do you love the most about the industry you work in? Excelerate https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1829660373 I love the job security, the respect from community and the career progression opportunities.]]> 2021-10-20 07:49:26 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1829660373 what is the best university? https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1893927904 [doctor]This really depends on what area you would like to specialise in. As a doctor, I really enjoyed lots of practical, hands on experience during my time at medical school in Dundee and they had a very good reputation at the time. I'd recommend visiting different cities and attending open days to decide which university you like.]]> 2021-11-16 12:10:00 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1893927904 how do you know what part of the industry you would like to go further into? https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1893943738 2021-11-16 12:18:50 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1893943738 How long does it take to train to be a nurse? https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1893948696 The university course is 3 or 4 years depending on the route you take. Once you qualify is when the real learning begins however - the training is ongoing with multiple development and career progression opportunities available. ]]> 2021-11-16 12:21:35 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1893948696 Midwife - How do they feel when the baby passes away, do they just get on with their job or do they have to take time to themselves? https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1893949241 2021-11-16 12:21:52 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1893949241 How many hours a week does as a midwife work? https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1893959915 2021-11-16 12:27:47 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1893959915 what subjects would be the best to take? https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1893961722 2021-11-16 12:28:44 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1893961722 Can you go into nursing without being a great problem solver https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1893966682 Absolutely, nursing is about people and if you can work with people you will make an excellent nurse. You will learn problem solving skills during your time on the wards and at university so don't let that put you off. ]]> 2021-11-16 12:31:28 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1893966682 What sort of skills will you develop? https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1893967301 The role of the nurse has expanded rapidly over the years, I have moved up from ward nurse to advanced nurse practitioner by completing additional training through University and practical skills on the job. I have completed a Masters degree in order to do this role and work at the same level as the junior medical staff. ]]> 2021-11-16 12:31:50 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1893967301 What's your favourite thing about your job? https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1893969022 Working with people, I love the variety of my job and that each day I never know what I'm going to be dealing with. The people make the job of a nurse practitioner.]]> 2021-11-16 12:32:49 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1893969022 How do you deal with the stress in your sector? https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1893969894 Stress is inevitable but through close working with colleagues, good support outside of work from friends and family. It is also good to have a hobby or interest away from the job which you enjoy. It's all about balance!]]> 2021-11-16 12:33:19 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1893969894 how many opportunities are there for work experience with mental health nurses? https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1893970336 2021-11-16 12:33:35 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1893970336 What subjects do I need to take to be a pharmacist? https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1893970390 2021-11-16 12:33:36 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1893970390 why do most middle age mothers work for the NHS https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1893974043 I think a lot of people work in this sector as it has good benefits such as job security, good holiday and maternity benefits. There is often flexibility in hours which is needed for a working mum. ]]> 2021-11-16 12:35:44 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1893974043 Is it hard working in child care or is there any rough patches leading up too working with children? https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1893977592 2021-11-16 12:37:40 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1893977592 How difficult is it to do your job? https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1893991690 As an Advanced Nurse Practitioner it can be very difficult, you are often dealing with emotionally charged situations and it is quite a physical role.  It is also incredibly rewarding however.]]> 2021-11-16 12:45:05 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1893991690 What subjects do you need to take to become a social worker and a lawyer? https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1896472540 2021-11-17 10:00:11 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1896472540 I wonder what the hours are like? https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1908201059 [doctor] Very varied shift work - depending on your role.  At the moment I work 9-5pm with some weekend work - that is working in a hospice as part of my GP training :)]]> 2021-11-23 11:41:57 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1908201059 Do paramedics work with firefighters? https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1908203781 [health professional] Yes, that's correct...paramedics will often have to work as part of a wider team including firefighters and police.]]> 2021-11-23 11:43:49 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1908203781 How long do the surgeons operate for? https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1908204684 pending response from a doctor]]> 2021-11-23 11:44:26 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1908204684 How much do nurses, doctors, paramedics and surgeons get paid? https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1908206222 You can find this kind of information here: https://www.myworldofwork.co.uk/my-career-options/health-care-and-social-services 
[Allison, SDS]]]> 2021-11-23 11:45:27 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1908206222 What subjects do you need to do to be a paramedic or surgeon https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1908207864 2 different careers paths have a look here https://youcanbeadoctor.co.uk/grades-for-medical-school/

Paramedic have a look here https://www.careers.nhs.scot/careers/explore-our-careers/ambulance-services/paramedic/ 

[Allison, SDS]]]> 2021-11-23 11:46:32 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1908207864 What’s the thing you love most about this job? https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1908225776 Great question! Please see response to similar question under Alford Academy :)]]> 2021-11-23 11:58:50 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1908225776 How difficult is being a physiotherapist? https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1908290375 pending response from a physiotherapist]]> 2021-11-23 12:39:59 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1908290375 How long does it take to become a Paediatrician? https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1908300617 Have a look here https://www.myworldofwork.co.uk/my-career-options/job-profiles/hospital-doctor
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]]> 2021-11-23 12:45:32 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1908300617 How much does a children's nurse get paid? https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1908300846 Check out this link: https://www.myworldofwork.co.uk/my-career-options/job-profiles/nurse-child

You may also find this interesting: https://www.myworldofwork.co.uk/my-career-options/health-care-and-social-services 
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]]> 2021-11-23 12:45:41 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1908300846 What is the average pay of jobs in your sector? https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1908300976 The information in the job profile above should help but again such a wide range of jobs https://www.myworldofwork.co.uk/my-career-options/health-care-and-social-services
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]]> 2021-11-23 12:45:46 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1908300976 what subjects to you need to need to become a children's nurse? https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1908301270 Generally English and Biology but have a look here https://www.myworldofwork.co.uk/my-career-options/job-profiles/nurse-child and https://www.rgu.ac.uk/study/courses/907-bsc-nursing-children-and-young-people
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]]> 2021-11-23 12:45:56 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1908301270 How long will I have to go to medical school for to be a surgeon? https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1908301469 Why not have a look at https://www.myworldofwork.co.uk/my-career-options/job-profiles/surgeon 
[Allison, SDS]]]> 2021-11-23 12:46:03 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1908301469 Do you have to do all sciences or can you just do one to become a doctor? https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1908321918 pending response from a doctor]]> 2021-11-23 12:56:57 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1908321918 What do my grades need to be to get in to medical school? https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1910270317 Why not have a look here https://youcanbeadoctor.co.uk/grades-for-medical-school/ 
[Allison, SDS]]]> 2021-11-24 09:54:51 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1910270317 What subjects would I need to take in S3 to be a mental health therapist? https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1910304879 Great question! You could have a look on the NHS website (https://www.careers.nhs.scot/careers/explore-our-careers/nursing/mental-health-nurse/ ) where it suggests useful subjects: Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry, Care, Psychology, English and Maths. ]]> 2021-11-24 10:15:58 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1910304879 What subjects would I need to take to become an army medic? https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1930709858 We've also placed this question in the Public Sector Padlet :)]]> 2021-12-06 09:26:45 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1930709858 Paramedic - Do you need all three sciences to fill this position? https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1930709972 2021-12-06 09:26:51 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/yknhy9ulk2zwd1ca/wish/1930709972