This course is QAA accredited and validated through Skills and Education Group Access Awards.
Throughout this course you will study a range of different subject areas including Biological Science, Health Studies and Psychology.
Students on this pathway are expected to progress to careers in adult nursing, child nursing, neo-natal nursing, mental health nursing, SEND Nursing, midwifery, or similar professions.
This course is completed in two years. You will attend college 1 day per week (Tuesday 9am – 5pm), and you will need to do a similar amount of independent study in addition to college attendance. This is considered to be a part-time course of study.
Learning Aim: 40012876
The units you will study on this course include:
- Professional Health & Social Care Practice
- Systems Physiology
- Nervous System
- Reproduction Growth & Development
- Defence Against Disease
- Non-Infectious Disease
- Alternative Therapies
- Healthcare Communication
- Research Skills
- Perspectives in Psychology
- Child Development
- Early Attachment & Development
- Health Psychology
- Social Interaction
- Psych Disorders and Therapeutic Strategies
Assessment takes place at regular intervals throughout the course. Units take around 7 weeks to complete with assessment normally taking place at the end of the unit. A range of assessment methods is used including research tasks, structured questions, presentations and in-class tests
Applicants are normally expected to have achieved GCSE English and Maths at grade C / 4 before starting on this course. However, we welcome all applications and take account of individual circumstances including work experience and other achievements when offering places.
Financial Support
Depending on your situation, you may be able to access a range of financial support available.
Course Fees
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