Level 4Higher · HNC/Cert HE
Mammography associate
Operating specialist equipment used to screen people for breast cancer.
Typical duration
1 year
Training funded
Fully funded
Route
Health and science
Standard ref
ST0583
Role overview
A mammography associate carries out mammography imaging as part of the NHS breast cancer screening programme or in symptomatic breast units, positioning patients and acquiring high-quality X-ray images under the supervision and governance of a radiographer. At level 4, apprentices develop clinical skills, patient communication, and image quality assessment. The role leads to senior mammography associate or transfer to full radiography training pathways.
Careers this apprenticeship leads to
Salary progression, top employers and day-to-day reality for the roles this standard prepares you for.
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