How to become a podiatrist
You can get into this job through:
- a university course
- an apprenticeship
- working towards this role
University
You'll need to complete a degree in podiatry approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
If you already have a degree in a healthcare or science related subject, you can apply for an accelerated degree in podiatry.
Entry requirements
You'll usually need:
- 2 or 3 A levels, or equivalent, including biology for a degree
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Apprenticeship
You can get into this role through a degree apprenticeship in podiatry.
Entry requirements
You'll usually need:
- 2 to 3 A levels, or equivalent, preferably including biology, for a degree apprenticeship
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Work
You could work as a podiatry assistant and study part time for a degree to qualify as a podiatrist.
Volunteering
You'll find it helpful to get some paid or voluntary experience in the health or care sector before you apply for a course.
You could contact the voluntary services co-ordinator at your local NHS trust for further advice.
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Registration
- you'll need to register with the Health and Care Professions Council
Professional and industry bodies
You may find it useful to join organisations for professional development and networking opportunities, like:
- The Institute of Chiropodists and Podiatrists
- British Chiropody and Podiatry Association
- College of Podiatry