§ Dr. KumarTo ask the Secretary of State for Health if he will make a statement on the Gateshead Health NHS Trust's nursing cadet scheme; and what plans there are to encourage other NHS trusts to practice similar recruitment techniques. [19060]
§ Jacqui SmithThe Gateshead Health national health service trust nurse cadet scheme, established in partnership by the trust and the University of Northumbria, creates a seamless career pathway for students into nurse training. The two year scheme commenced on 24 September 2001 with 12 participants. Cadets undertake both practice placements, supported by a mentor, and theoretical learning. On completion of their level 3 NVQ in Care they will step immediately into nurse training at the university.
Date Minister Place Purpose 3 November 2000 Secretary of State New School of Health building, University of Teesside, Middlesbrough Official opening of the new School of Health 30 March 2001 Secretary of State University of Durham, Stockton campus, Stockton, Teesside Extra medical school places announcement 6 September 2001 Minister of State (Jacqui Smith) Bankfields Court, Normanby, Middlesbrough Community Care conference at Teesside University followed by visit to Tees and North East Yorkshire Trust None of these have been set up with the intention of meeting locally based businesses.