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Want to move to the UK, what do I study for in the US?
I currently live in the US and will be going to a uni here, majoring in nursing. I've kept a close eye on the UK Job Shortage list because after I graduate I would like to live in the UK, and for a few years I wanted to be a Nurse Anesthetist. However, recently I realized that the UK does not have those, however they have PA(A)s, which are similar (correct me if I am wrong). On the shortage list I saw these were needed:
"non-consultant, non-training, medical staff post in the following
specialities:
- anaesthetics"
Now, seeing this, would that include PA(A)s? If it does, how do I become one? After reading on some websites I found this:
"PA(A)s are qualified healthcare practitioners who are currently voluntarily registered with the Association of Physicians’ Assistant (Anaesthesia) and are invited to be Affiliate Members of the Royal College of Anaesthetists. A career as a PA(A) can begin via two routes. The main groups of people eligible to commence training as a PA (A) are:
-Registered healthcare professionals (examples are nurses or operating department practitioners) with at least three years clinical experience and/or degree level studies."
Statement says that to begin a career as a PA(A) you can start out as a nurse, correct? So if I get my bachelors degree in nursing in the US, can I then do my 27 month studies to become a PA(A) in the UK (with a visa) and then get a job and live in the UK (England specifically)? Also, would anyone have an idea on the salary of a PA(A)?
Any help would be SO much appreciated!
By the way, I am really interested in Anesthesiology, so if you see something on the shortage list that wouldn't take that long to get qualified for please let me know!
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One last thing, I begin uni in the US in Early September and plan on majoring in nursing, so again, if you see a career that I could study for with a bachelors in nursing on the shortage list that would be great!
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I live in England :)
Yes there is a shortage but also remember the NHS we have is facing a radical shake up, due to baby death cover ups etc.
Also, immigration here is only set to increase as more and more members join and are due to join the EU, like Romania.
Check this out [Link](Mouse over link to see full location)
A bit long, but this is Job Centre Plus-the leadinbg jobsite we have in the UK. As you can see, it lists qualifications needed. I reckon for a junior the starting salary would be about £20,000 and for a senior nurse it'd be say £50,000 ?
Its funny, I'm also starting Uni in England this September, and I want to go to the US not to get a job but work experience :)
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The Heath System in Great Brittan is vastly different then what we have here in the States. Your course of study here in the states may or may not qualify you for the position you seek in the UK.
What I suggest is you contact the British Embassy or one of their consulates they have in different states to see just what you need to study or what course of study and degree they will accept to certify you for the career you want to work in over there.
While you are talking with them also find out what you need to do to gain a work Visa so that you can work and live in the UK. You cannot enter a foreign country as a visitor and work there. Most foreign countries require Work Visas' and some require entry permits as well.In general work Visas are only issued in those professions or job categories they are unable to fill from applicants within their own citizens.
Truth be known we need Nurses, Pa's and Nurse Anesthetists' here at home, especially with the new health plan President Obama has enacted. If for some reason you find you cannot enter and work in your chosen field in the UK. You should follow your desire as their will be a great need for your profession here at home.
In short my suggestion is to call the British Embassy or visit them if possible. Get all the facts you need so you can get the courses you need and apply for the right Visa and entry permits you may need to work in the UK.
By the way; I too have been fascinated with Great Brittan. I believe in the old saying that we are two Countries separated by a common language. We are as different as we are alike. I find it fascinating to see the differences between us and yet we are so much a like.
I wish you all the best and hope you get to live an work in the UK.
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