Overview

• Approximately 59,500 people began nursing apprenticeships in 2024, a 9% increase from the previous year, according to official data.
• The total number of nursing trainees remained steady at around 147,100 by the end of 2024.
• The gender balance shifted slightly, with male trainees increasing by 4%, while the proportion of women decreased to 74%.
• University-level nursing programs are gaining traction, with 1,200 students enrolled in 2024, including 700 first-year students.
• Introduced in 2020, the consolidated nursing apprenticeship program aims to address staffing shortages and create a more versatile workforce.