Healthcare to IT

Whatever your role, nurse, healthcare assistant, carer, NHS administrator, your experience is a genuine advantage, not a blank slate.

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Questions people ask

Can someone from healthcare really move into IT?

Yes. Healthcare roles build genuine, transferable skills, staying calm under pressure, clear communication, and strict process discipline, that IT support teams specifically value. No computer science degree is needed for entry-level IT support roles.

Do I need to quit my healthcare job to retrain?

No. Weekend-only training (Saturday and Sunday, no weekday evenings) is specifically designed so you can keep working your current healthcare role and income while you train.

How long does the transition take?

The IT Career Programme runs for 3 months, 26 sessions. Most students begin applying for entry-level IT roles shortly after completing the course.

What salary can I expect moving from healthcare into IT?

Entry-level IT support roles typically start around £23,000 to £30,000 in the UK, with genuine progression from there into Microsoft 365 administration (£28,000 to £48,000) and Azure cloud engineering (£32,000 to £65,000+).

Is my clinical systems experience actually useful in IT?

Yes, genuinely. Experience with clinical systems like EMIS, SystmOne or hospital EPR platforms is a real, recognised advantage for NHS and healthcare IT roles specifically.

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