Medipro Limited

02/04/2026

A quick message about our easter opening times..... happy easter to all.

03/03/2026

Care home vacancies are still a live operational issue.

Skills for Care estimate 13,000 vacant posts in care homes with nursing and 13,000 in care homes without nursing across England.

That is around 26,000 gaps before you even factor sickness, agency spend, and turnover.

Apprenticeships help you stabilise staffing while you keep beds open.

* They build capability in the people you already trust.
* They create progression routes that reduce leavers.
* They strengthen supervision, medication safety, and quality oversight on shift.

Medipro can support your team at Level 2, Level 3 and Level 4, with a delivery model designed for care settings.

* Your staff stay in role.
* Training fits around rotas.
* You still get structure and accountability.

Example: our Level 3 Lead Adult Care Worker Apprenticeship includes monthly 1-2-1 tutor support, blended learning (online + live workshops), and employer visibility through Aptem so you can track progress and compliance.

If you are recruiting locally, apprenticeships let you do something practical today.

Upskill your care assistants into seniors.
Develop your seniors into team leads.
Move your experienced staff into stronger practice leadership at Level 4.

Have a vacancy list and want to map it to Level 2/3/4 pathways?

Start here: https://medipro.co.uk/product/level-3-lead-adult-care-worker-apprenticeship/

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01/03/2026

Are you a registered dental nurse looking to progress your career this summer?

Our Level 4 Oral Health Practitioner Apprenticeship is now open for a summer start.

This programme is designed for experienced dental nurses who want to develop new clinical skills, support prevention and take on a more advanced role within their practice. Many dental nurses are looking for clear progression, and this apprenticeship offers a structured, recognised route.

You must be:
* A qualified dental nurse
* Registered with the General Dental Council
* Currently employed in a dental practice

The course is delivered flexibly so it can fit around your work. You’ll benefit from online learning, blended resources and support from experienced tutors who understand the dental sector. Employers can use their apprenticeship levy or access government funding to support development.

This is a great opportunity to:
* Develop your clinical knowledge
* Support oral health promotion and prevention
* Increase your value within your practice
* Progress your long-term career in dentistry

Find out more and register your interest here:
https://medipro.co.uk/product/level-4-oral-health-practitioner-apprenticeship/

If you know a dental nurse ready to take the next step, please share this post.

Oral Health Practitioners play a key role in preventative dental care, patient education, and community health initiatives. The Level 4 Oral Health Practitioner Apprenticeship equips apprentices with the clinical skills and knowledge to support dentists, hygienists, and other healthcare professional...

24/02/2026

Need workplace first aid training in Stockton-on-Tees?

We deliver Emergency First Aid at Work courses every month at our training centre in the heart of Stockton. Whether you’re an employer booking staff or an individual needing certification, we make it simple.

One of the biggest challenges for small businesses is not having enough staff to run a private course. If you only have 1 or 2 people who need training, you can join our open courses alongside other local organisations. This keeps costs down and means you don’t have to wait.

Our courses include:
* Free on-site parking
* Free learning manual
* Free light lunch for all learners
* A nationally recognised certificate
* Regular monthly dates
* Discounts available for group bookings

We train staff from local businesses across Teesside every month, including offices, care providers, schools and community organisations.

Book online here:
https://medipro.co.uk/product/emergency-first-aid-at-work/

Or call our team on 01325 609030 for advice and availability.

Please share with any local businesses or colleagues who may need first aid training.

Each course is crafted to deliver both foundational knowledge and practical skills, covering critical areas like CPR, wound care, and responding to medical emergencies. By choosing our Ofqual-regulated First Aid courses, you’re not only meeting regulatory standards but also gaining the confidence ...

17/02/2026

We are expanding our pool of bank and ad hoc clinical tutors.

If you are a registered paramedic or nurse or other medical professional and enjoy teaching, this could be a flexible opportunity to work alongside your current role.

At Medipro, our tutors support a wide range of pre-hospital and clinical education programmes. This includes ambulance, offshore and diving medicine and healthcare training. Bank tutors help us during periods of increased demand, specialist delivery and workforce growth.

You can choose when you work.
You will not be responsible for managing a full learner caseload.
You will focus on delivering high-quality clinical teaching and supporting practical skills.

This role is ideal if you want to:
Gain education experience
Maintain clinical skills
Work flexibly around shifts
Support the next generation of healthcare professionals

Training and support are provided, and we welcome applications from clinicians who are new to education.

Find out more and apply here:
https://medipro.co.uk/careers/clinical-tutor-bank-ad-hoc-contractor/

Please share with colleagues who may be interested.

13/02/2026

Your summer could look very different this year.

Imagine working at concerts, festivals and sporting events.
Getting paid to be there.
Supporting the public and gaining real lifesaving skills at the same time.

Our Level 3 Award in First Response Emergency Care (FREC 3) gives you the training to become a First Responder Medic and join medical teams covering major events across the UK.

You don’t need any previous experience.
You don’t need a driving licence.
You just need to be over 16 and ready to learn.

This nationally recognised qualification is accepted by event medical providers. Many learners use it to secure flexible paid work across music festivals, football matches, motorsport and outdoor shows. Others take it as their first step into a career in pre-hospital care.

Training is practical, hands-on and delivered in our purpose-built classrooms. It’s designed to build confidence and prepare you for real situations.

If you’re looking for something exciting, meaningful and different this summer, this could be the start.

Read more HERE: https://medipro.co.uk/your-summer-of-concerts-festivals-and-sporting-events-starts-here-with-us/

Or contact us for more information and group booking discounts.

Please share with anyone who might be interested.

Train to be an event medic this year with our First Response Emergency Care 3 course, Earn whilst starting your medical career.

09/02/2026

National Apprenticeship Week is here.
9–15 February 2026.

Today’s focus is Skills for Life.

If you’re thinking about a pharmacy career, make the choice with clear facts.

Our free online guide helps you compare:
Pharmacy Assistant (Level 2)
Pharmacy Technician (Level 3)
Pharmacist (degree route)

Start the guide here:
https://medipro.co.uk/which-pharmacy-career-is-right-for-you-assistant-technician-or-pharmacist/

This free online guide will help you navigate the career choices available within the pharmacy sector, from apprenticeships to degrees.

06/02/2026

We’re growing our team in Stockton-on-Tees.

Medipro is recruiting across a range of roles as we continue to expand our apprenticeship and clinical education delivery.

Current vacancies include:
Head of Apprenticeships and Operations
Clinical Tutors (Paramedic / Nurse)
Sales and Customer Service Co-ordinator
Marketing and Social Media Lead
Learner and Programme Co-ordinator

If you want to work in a purpose-led organisation that supports healthcare education and workforce development, we’d like to hear from you.

Full details and how to apply:
www.medipro.co.uk/working-for-us/

03/02/2026

“How do I become a paramedic?”

We’re asked this question all the time, and it’s becoming harder to find clear, reliable answers.

So we’ve created a free online guide to help.

Medipro was founded by practising paramedics.
We’ve worked in the NHS and healthcare education for many years.
Through our Level 6 Paramedic programme, we’ve helped over 120 learners qualify and register with the HCPC.

The guide explains:
* What paramedics really do and how ambulance services work in the UK
* The different education routes and entry requirements
* How HCPC registration works
* What career progression can look like after qualifying

The guide is free and open to everyone.

If you know someone thinking about becoming a paramedic, please share it with them.

Free guide here:
https://share.articulate.com/Et4uIdxaDGASrCm1wSSoQ

28/01/2026

We’ve completed our first cohort of Level 3 Ambulance Support Worker apprentices with St Bartholomew’s Hospital NHS Trust.

Learners are now moving into operational roles.
They continue on our revised 12-month apprenticeship programme.
Built to support frontline readiness and safe progression.

This programme shows how apprenticeships can grow the workforce quickly and sustainably.
It also shows how levy funding can be used before upcoming changes take effect.

From August 2026:
Levy funds will expire after 12 months, not 24.
The 10% government top-up will be removed.
Employer co-investment will rise to 25% once levy funds are used.

For SMEs, there is a clear opportunity.
Non-levy employers will receive 100% funding for apprentices under 25.

If you’re an NHS trust or private provider planning your workforce pipeline, now is the time to review your levy strategy.

We’re happy to share what’s worked in practice.
Call: 01325 609030
Email: contact@medipro.co.uk

22/01/2026

Book your FREC 4 with Medipro.

Complete the full course.

Then receive a FREE Safe Administration of Life-saving Medications (SALM) course.

Our FREC 4 is a 5-day classroom programme in Stockton-on-Tees.

We run dates monthly.

This is aimed at people working (or moving into) ambulance support, event medical, and clinical support roles.

To book click here: https://medipro.co.uk/product/level-4-certificate-in-first-response-emergency-care-frec4/

call: 01325 609030
email: contact@medipro.co.uk

15/01/2026

Offshore Medic is a role with autonomy and real challenges..

You make decisions when secondary care is not an option.

That only works when training is done properly.

Every Offshore Medic must complete an HSE-approved course.
If it is not HSE-approved, it is not valid.

One non-negotiable is clinical placement. Minimum 60 hours. Supervised. Verified.

We have recently seen a small number of cases across the sector where people tried to falsify placement evidence.
That puts professional registration, employability, and patient safety at risk.

At Medipro we verify.
We check documentation and confirm signatories.

If cost or time is the barrier, speak to us.
We can offer payment plans and flexible scheduling.

Read the full blog here: https://medipro.co.uk/upholding-standards-in-hse-offshore-medic-training-why-cutting-corners-is-never-worth-the-risk/

For over 15 years, Medipro has delivered HSE-approved Offshore Medic training, supporting hundreds of clinicians entering one of the most demanding and rewarding roles in the offshore sector.