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I’m thankful for Healthcare Science at Cardiff Met for training me to become a Biomedical Scientist
December 13, 2023
David Bracey
BSc Healthcare Science
Health Sciences
My journey to becoming a Biomedical Scientist was anything but normal. I left school at 16, I then started to work in a veterinary clinic, where I found more enjoyment in the analytical aspect of the job, I then joined the Army reserves, joined the Royal Air Force as a Firefighter and finally worked within retail. One thing all the job roles had in common, was helping people. Before going to an Open Day at Cardiff Met, I didn’t know that Healthcare Science existed, but as soon as I heard about what the course entailed, I knew this was the right course for me, and the future I wanted.
I completed an access course, which meant I was able to enrol onto Healthcare science. Even though Healthcare Science is similar to Biomedical Science, it has the addition of clinical placements where you are able to obtain practical experience and on- the- job training within a chosen field, as well as being fully funded by the NHS. What stood out the most to me, especially when considering other courses, was the clinical training placements throughout the course, where I was able to complete the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS) Certificate of Competence which is required to become a Biomedical Scientist, as well as having the opportunity to shadow and work alongside Biomedical Scientists within my chosen field. In addition to this, I also completed the Practitioner Training Portfolio, which ensured that I received comprehensive training throughout my placements. Prior to starting my placements, I was very nervous as I didn’t know what would be expected of myself, but through the “Work Based Training” module, as well as undertaking various laboratory practical’s throughout the academic year where I learnt essential skills, still used to this day, I felt prepared to undertake my placements.
After my first year of study, I undertook various modules within pathology: Infection Science, Cellular Science and, Blood Science, which allowed me to gain an insight into each field. This helped me choose which specialism I wanted to pursue for the rest of my degree. This allowed me to focus on an area I had the most interest in, and allowed me to further my theoretical knowledge from university into real life clinical placements. While undertaking my placement, my training manager ensured I was able to make the most out of my placement, complete the necessary work, and made sure I felt as if I was a part of the team. Further to this, I had contact with an academic tutor from the university, who was always on hand to help when needed.
The degree itself is fully accredited with the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS) and Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), which is necessary to become a Biomedical Scientist. It’s also accredited by Royal Society of Biology and NHS Health Education England. If it weren’t for these accreditations I would have had to complete top-up modules. I graduated with a First-Class degree with the essential training, which meant I can register with the HCPC and start working as a Biomedical Scientist. This course provided by Cardiff Met, the support when needed, the training opportunities, both in university and on placement, all supported my ambition to become a Biomedical Scientist.
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