Physiotherapy Degree Apprenticeship Discovery Session

Welcome to the Physiotherapy Degree apprenticeship discovery session! 🚀 Join us Febuary 6th 2026 at 1230PM to hear about this apprenticeship program developed by industry, for industry.

The Physiotherapy Degree Apprenticeship prepares learners to make a real difference to people’s physical, social, and psychological wellbeing through therapeutic interventions, health promotion, and rehabilitation. On completion, apprentices can apply for Chartered Society of Physiotherapy membership and register with the Health and Care Professions Council.

Delivered by Teesside University, with a strong track record in physiotherapy education, the programme responds to employer demand and focuses on learner-centred, collaborative development. This approach mirrors the professional, holistic relationship expected between physiotherapists and their clients.

Who Should Attend?

• Prospective apprentices interested in pursuing a career in Physiotherapy (please see Entry Requirements below)
• Employers looking to support staff development through Apprenticeship pathway.

This session will cover:

• Course structure and entry requirements
• Guidance for employers on supporting apprentices
• Q&A

Entry Requirements

Please see the entry requirements below if you feel you need more advice or guidance, please do not hesitate to ask questions in the session. To be accepted on to a degree apprenticeship course you must have support from your employer and meet the course entry requirements.

Apprentices must:

• hold Level 2 qualifications in English and maths before starting their apprenticeship. Find out more.
• have typically 3 A levels or equivalent
• be currently employed as a physiotherapy or rehabilitation assistant, or on entry to the course, employed as a physiotherapy apprentice with a healthcare provider
• demonstrate the appropriate values and attitudes for the programme through an interview with the employer and University
• have a satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure and satisfactory occupational health check
• work a minimum of 30 hours per week

Eligibility for apprenticeship funding in England

1.Right to work

The apprentice must have the legal right to work in England.

2. Residency eligibility

The apprentice must meet the residency requirements detailed in Annex A of the Funding Rules. This includes (but is not limited to):

• being ordinarily resident in the UK (or specified territories) for at least three years immediately before the apprenticeship begins, unless a specific exemption applies
• exemptions may apply to individuals with:
• refugee status or humanitarian protection
• permission under the Ukraine or Afghan schemes
• stateless status
• certain family member rights
• pre-settled or settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme.

3. Visa duration and completion viability

For apprentices with time-limited immigration permission (such as visas), the permission must cover the entire duration of the apprenticeship, including the end-point assessment. If the visa expires before completion, the apprentice is not eligible for funding.

Full details can be found in the official guidance: Apprenticeship Funding Rules 2025 to 2026

Further information

For further details, please refer to the links below which outline the course entry requirements and the associated Knowledge, Skills, and Behaviours (KSBs).

https://www.tees.ac.uk/undergraduate_courses/nursing_&_health/degree_apprenticeship_physiotherapy.cfm

https://skillsengland.education.gov.uk/apprenticeships/st0519-v1-2