This week’s Standard of the Week is the Level 6 Diagnostic Radiographer (Degree) apprenticeship standard which has been approved for delivery since 5th April 2019.
This occupation is found in the health and care sector and includes the NHS and private healthcare providers
The occupation’s broad purpose is to provide excellent care by obtaining images of a high diagnostic quality, using a range of high-cost and complex imaging equipment. This includes imaging using X-rays and cross-sectional imaging methods (Computed Tomography or CT), fluoroscopy and Interventional Radiology, and assisting in other imaging modalities, such as Ultrasound, Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Breast Imaging and Nuclear Medicine.
Diagnostic Radiographers work with a broad range of service users, including those with learning/cognitive and /or physical limitations, those in distress, children and the terminally ill. They work independently to assess, authorise, obtain consent and undertake individual examination requests for diagnostic radiography procedures. They evaluate images and determine appropriate actions. The work is physically and mentally demanding and involves direct contact with service users, which can be of a sensitive nature.
There are currently 13 registered training providers for this Level 6 Diagnostic Radiographer (Degree) apprenticeship standard.
You access information about applying to the APAR as an apprenticeship training provider.
You can access the Level 6 Diagnostic Radiographer (Degree) apprenticeship standard here.