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| Nursing Associate | Diagnostic Radiographer | |
|---|---|---|
| Approx. starting salary | £26,000–£30,000 | £29,000–£32,000 |
| Degree requirement | Not usually required | Usually required |
| Typical route | GCSE, Apprenticeship | A levels, T Levels, Degree, Apprenticeship |
| Work environment | Healthcare | Healthcare |
| People interaction | Yes | Yes |
| Hands-on work | Yes | Yes |
| Research | Less so | Less so |
| Career progression | Many nursing associates go on to train as registered nurses through a shortened apprenticeship or degree, then specialise. | You could specialise in CT, MRI, ultrasound or mammography, move into reporting radiography, become an advanced or consultant practitioner, or go into teaching or management. |
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