Rehabilitating long stay patients into the community. Carrying out research. This is sometimes possible Opportunities for private or clinical practice and for industrial or commercial consultancy are growing. Training The course involves a mixture of practical placement and theoretical approaches. You may be employed by a health authority during this course.
Further study is encouraged.
A relatively short promotion ladder in NHS and other areas. Possibilities influenced by overall number of jobs in each specialism and popularity of that field. Good opportunities once qualified. At 10 years post qualification the salary is around 24 - 34,000. NHS pay scales are quoted.