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Minimum of three GCSEs including English Language, Mathematics and a science subject
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A-level or equivalent qualification in a science subject
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Experience with electronic handling of data and fluent keyboard skills
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Previous experience of working in a clinical laboratory
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Foundation degree in Health Sciences or equivalent level of knowledge
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Advances professional practice to benefit healthcare services[IBMS] and professions related to biomedical science.
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Develops specific knowledge and competence that underpins biomedical science[AHEM!].
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Provides expertise to support development of appropriate education and training[HILARIOUS].
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Ensures curriculum content is both current and anticipatory of future change[OMG! ARE YOU KIDDING ME! OCW HAVE BETTER CONTENT!].
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Facilitates peer recognition of education and best practice and the dissemination of information through education and employer networks[WHO YOU KNOW].
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Ensures qualification is fit for purpose as an academic qualification acceptable for statutory regulation[TRUE].
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Recognises the achievement of a benchmark standard of education[YES OFCOURSE, IF YOU SAY SO!].
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The degree award meets education requirements for professional body membership[OH YES, IBMS BUREAUCRACY] .
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Strengthens links between the professional body, education providers employers and students[UNFORTUNATELY TRUE!].
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Provides eligibility for the Institution (HEI) to become a member of HUCBMS (Heads of University Centres of Biomedical Science)[YAWN!]