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10. Factors such as an ageing workforce and rurality have placed considerable emphasis on the Health and Social Care sector within the region. Its supporting function for the foundational economy and key developments such as the ARCH project and the Mid Wales Health Collaborative substantiating its importance for the region. Whilst provision in the area is adequate there continues to be demand from learners.
Recommendation
Provider consultation suggests that there is a continued demand for access to nursing courses from learners. However, potential supplier issues at HE level have been indentified, therefore the appropriateness of these progression routes should be reviewed and then highlighted to learners to meet the growing demand. There is significant cross-over with the Life Science sector and therefore there is a need to ensure that skills pathways to higher level skills are available, including graduate and post-graduate levels.
Regional Employment & Skills Plan South West & Mid Wales Conclusions & Recommendations