Course overview
This course provides essential knowledge and skills, meeting the prerequisites for further education in nursing or midwifery. Ideal for those seeking a solid foundation to advance into healthcare professions.
This qualification is essential for individuals aspiring to pursue a career in nursing or midwifery, providing the necessary academic and practical foundation to meet university entry requirements.
This course will prepare you for entry to a university course, even if you don't currently have the qualifications you need. Once you've achieved your Access to HE Diploma there are a wide range of higher education options open to you at the University of your choice.
Who is this course for?
Individuals aspiring to pursue a career in nursing or midwifery.
Fees and funding
You may be entitled to an Advanced Learner Loan to cover the costs of your Access course.
Funding
Student Finance England, who are responsible for student loans will ‘write off’ any outstanding Advanced Learner Loan balances for your Access to HE course as soon as you complete a higher education course. This means you do not have to repay your Advanced Learner Loan if you progress to higher education and complete your degree programme. Nursing Bursary for those going on to degree-level courses: Nursing learners starting university will benefit from guaranteed, additional support of at least £5,000 a year to help with living costs. The funding will be given to all new and continuing degree-level nursing, midwifery and many allied health students from September 2020.
Funding options that may apply
Eligibility depends on your circumstances. Our admissions team will confirm what you qualify for before you enrol.
Entry requirements
GCSE maths and English at Grade 4 (C) or above, or Level 2 Functional Skills in English or maths Interview and assessment Alongside your Access program, if you haven't yet obtained a Level 2 qualification in both English and Maths, you'll need to enrol in an English or Maths Level 2 course in the required subject to support your progression to higher-level study.
What you will learn
- The Role of the Modern Nurse and Midwife
- Biomolecules and Key Biochemical Principles
- Infectious Diseases
- Anatomy and Physiology of the Human Skeleton and Muscles
- Health and Social Care Provision
- Planning and Carrying Out a Research Project
- Mental Health and Well-Being
- Principles of Safeguarding in Health and Social Care
- Effective Communication in Health and Social Care
Course units (2)
Mandatory units
- 60 credits for the Diploma
- 45 of these credits being at Level 3 or above
How you will learn
You will be taught 1 day a week for the duration of the 40 weeks course.
Assessment
You will be assessed via: Presentations, Essays and reports, Leaflets and posters, External exams, Tutor observations
You will qualify with
- Ascentis Access to HE Level 3 Diploma in Nursing/Midwifery
Careers and progression
Career options
- Adult Nurse
- Midwife
- Paramedic
- Mental Health Nurse
- Children’s Nurse
- Radiographer
Progress on to
- Degree in Nursing, Midwifery and Health Studies at a University of your choice
Skills employers look for
- Clinical observation
- Compassion
- Working under pressure
- Infection control
- Written communication
- Study and research skills
- Professional boundaries
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