Universities UK has responded to the announcement that NHS England (NHSE) and the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) have secured the Level 7 Mitigation Fund: a commitment to the continued funding of Level 7 apprenticeships in five professions in health and social care until 2029.
Vivienne Stern, Chief Executive of Universities UK, said:
This is a great decision. Universities and the NHS have worked closely together to develop essential level 7 apprenticeships which are extremely valuable to the NHS, and play a significant role in training nurses and other healthcare professionals.
"The continuation of funding for these qualifications is necessary to make sure the Health Service has the trained staff it needs to deliver excellent patient care.
"We continue to believe that there are other level 7 apprenticeships that should be eligible for funding through the Skills and Growth Levy, because they meet the needs of employers in the public services and beyond, and will press this point with Government.
Vivienne Stern
Chief Executive of Universities UK