Nursing is a fast-paced and challenging profession that combines communication skills with medical care. Are you looking for a rewarding new role, but don’t have the qualifications needed to take your training to the next level? The Access to Higher Education Diploma (Nursing) offers a flexible alternative to students who missed out on the traditional route to university.
This Access to Higher Education Diploma (Nursing) will increase your understanding of Biological Science, Psychology and Sociology and you’ll also explore topics including the history of the NHS and contemporary health issues. Consider the varied responsibilities of a nurse and find out where a career change could take you.
This programme is designed to support your progression to a Nursing degree with dedicated units that will update your academic abilities, develop your confidence to research independently and write assignments.
The qualification is completed via home study, which means that you can prepare for university without affecting your full-time job or other personal commitments.
How long it takes you to complete the Access to Higher Education Diploma (Nursing) really depends upon how much time you can dedicate to your studies. The programmes are designed to give you the flexibility to study at times that are suitable to you, and to fit your studies around your other commitments. You will be provided with an Individual Learning Plan that outlines the submission deadlines for your assignments to keep you on track throughout your studies. An Access to HE Diploma can be completed within two years. However, most students complete their course within 9-12 months.
Throughout your learning experience, you’ll be given support and guidance from a team of qualified and experienced tutors.
The Access to Higher Education Diploma (Nursing) is made up of a number of units, with an assignment at the end of each. You’ll submit your work to your tutor for marking who will then provide you with feedback and a grade for the assignment.
The Access to HE Diploma is a nationally recognised QAA regulated qualification. You will need to achieve a total of 60 credits to be awarded with the qualification. 45 credits come from graded units which are focused on the different subject areas included in the course. The remaining 15 credits are from ungraded units which are included to help develop your academic writing and study skills.
During your Access to Higher Education Diploma (Nursing), you can apply to continue your Nursing studies at university level. Opportunities for future employment include working for the NHS, a private hospital, a residential home or a school. You may choose to specialise and take on a role caring for adults, children, people with learning disabilities or mental health patients.
As you advance in your career, there’s potential to be promoted to become a Nursing Sister, Nursing Consultant or Team Leader. Alternatively, going on to gain a Master’s degree will equip you to work as an Advanced Nurse Practitioner.
On successful completion of the Open College Network West Midlands Access to Higher Education Diploma (Nursing) you will receive a QAA recognised Access to HE Diploma at level 3 (QAA ref: 40006657). This course has also been assigned 60 credits.
Learners must have GCSE in both English and Maths at grade C/4 or above (or equivalent) or be working towards these qualifications. They also need to aspire to study a Nursing degree at university.
Access to Higher Education Diplomas are widely accepted as an alternative to 'A Levels' for University entry and have a proven track record of helping students to secure a place on their chosen degree.
Learners should, however, be aware that Universities each apply their own entry requirements, and these vary broadly depending on the reputation and popularity of the university and of the degree programme that relates to your area of interest.
These variable admission criteria may include but are not limited to:
It is vitally important that each student investigates the entry requirements of a range of universities that they could practically attend to determine if the Access to HE Diploma, and units included in the course, will meet university entry requirements.
Students should complete this exercise as early as possible so that they can plan for which establishment they will be applying to, and start to work towards it.
Whilst we have the fullest confidence that the Access to Higher Education Diplomas are compliant and perfectly sufficient to form part of a University application, Stonebridge Associated Colleges will not be able to accept any liability for the inability of any Access to Higher Education student to secure an offer from a Higher Education establishment due to the variables involved.
Open College Network West Midlands are a national Awarding Organisation, regulated by Ofqual, the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA) and Qualifications Wales, to develop and award nationally recognised qualifications.
Open College Network West Midlands work in partnership with employers, training providers, colleges, universities, schools and voluntary and community organisations to offer vocational credit-based qualifications, Access to Higher Education Diplomas and quality assured Customised Accreditation that enables learners gain employment or to progress into further learning and Higher Education. They also Quality Endorse organisations internal training and skills delivery.
Unit 1: Preparing To Study
On completion of this unit you will:
Unit 2: Academic Writing Skills
On completion of this unit you will:
Unit 3: Preparing a Written Assignment
On completion of this unit you will:
Unit 4: Cell Biology
On completion of this unit you will:
Unit 5: The History of the National Health Service
On completion of this unit you will:
Unit 6: Human Nutrition & The Digestive System
On completion of this unit you will:
Unit 7: The Roles & Responsibilities of the Registered Nurse
On completion of this unit you will:
Unit 8: Introduction to Psychology
On completion of this unit you will:
Unit 9: Human Reproduction, Growth & Development
On completion of this unit you will:
Unit 10: Approaches to Health
On completion of this unit you will:
Unit 11: The Human Musculo-skeletal System
On completion of this unit you will:
Unit 12: Social Factors in Health and Social Care
On completion of this unit you will:
Unit 13: The Brain & Nervous System (psychology)
On completion of this unit you will:
Unit 14: The Human Endocrine & Nervous System
On completion of this unit you will:
Unit 15: Inequalities in Health & Illness
On completion of this unit you will:
Unit 16: Human Immunity
On completion of this unit you will:
Unit 17: Poverty & Health
On completion of this unit you will:
Unit 18: Human Disease & Prevention
On completion of this unit you will:
Unit 19: Equality and Diversity within Healthcare
On completion of this unit you will:
What's Included
Our team of course advisors are keen to help.
Call us now on 0121 392 8288
Alternatively, please complete the form below and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.
Nursing is a fast-paced and challenging profession that combines communication skills with medical care. Are you looking for a rewarding new role, but don’t have the qualifications needed to take your training to the next level? The Access to Higher Education Diploma (Nursing) offers a flexible alternative to students who missed out on the traditional route to university.
This Access to Higher Education Diploma (Nursing) will increase your understanding of Biological Science, Psychology and Sociology and you’ll also explore topics including the history of the NHS and contemporary health issues. Consider the varied responsibilities of a nurse and find out where a career change could take you.
This programme is designed to support your progression to a Nursing degree with dedicated units that will update your academic abilities, develop your confidence to research independently and write assignments.
The qualification is completed via home study, which means that you can prepare for university without affecting your full-time job or other personal commitments.
How long it takes you to complete the Access to Higher Education Diploma (Nursing) really depends upon how much time you can dedicate to your studies. The programmes are designed to give you the flexibility to study at times that are suitable to you, and to fit your studies around your other commitments. You will be provided with an Individual Learning Plan that outlines the submission deadlines for your assignments to keep you on track throughout your studies. An Access to HE Diploma can be completed within two years. However, most students complete their course within 9-12 months.
Throughout your learning experience, you’ll be given support and guidance from a team of qualified and experienced tutors.
The Access to Higher Education Diploma (Nursing) is made up of a number of units, with an assignment at the end of each. You’ll submit your work to your tutor for marking who will then provide you with feedback and a grade for the assignment.
The Access to HE Diploma is a nationally recognised QAA regulated qualification. You will need to achieve a total of 60 credits to be awarded with the qualification. 45 credits come from graded units which are focused on the different subject areas included in the course. The remaining 15 credits are from ungraded units which are included to help develop your academic writing and study skills.
During your Access to Higher Education Diploma (Nursing), you can apply to continue your Nursing studies at university level. Opportunities for future employment include working for the NHS, a private hospital, a residential home or a school. You may choose to specialise and take on a role caring for adults, children, people with learning disabilities or mental health patients.
As you advance in your career, there’s potential to be promoted to become a Nursing Sister, Nursing Consultant or Team Leader. Alternatively, going on to gain a Master’s degree will equip you to work as an Advanced Nurse Practitioner.
On successful completion of the Open College Network West Midlands Access to Higher Education Diploma (Nursing) you will receive a QAA recognised Access to HE Diploma at level 3 (QAA ref: 40006657). This course has also been assigned 60 credits.
Learners must have GCSE in both English and Maths at grade C/4 or above (or equivalent) or be working towards these qualifications. They also need to aspire to study a Nursing degree at university.
Access to Higher Education Diplomas are widely accepted as an alternative to 'A Levels' for University entry and have a proven track record of helping students to secure a place on their chosen degree.
Learners should, however, be aware that Universities each apply their own entry requirements, and these vary broadly depending on the reputation and popularity of the university and of the degree programme that relates to your area of interest.
These variable admission criteria may include but are not limited to:
It is vitally important that each student investigates the entry requirements of a range of universities that they could practically attend to determine if the Access to HE Diploma, and units included in the course, will meet university entry requirements.
Students should complete this exercise as early as possible so that they can plan for which establishment they will be applying to, and start to work towards it.
Whilst we have the fullest confidence that the Access to Higher Education Diplomas are compliant and perfectly sufficient to form part of a University application, Stonebridge Associated Colleges will not be able to accept any liability for the inability of any Access to Higher Education student to secure an offer from a Higher Education establishment due to the variables involved.
Open College Network West Midlands are a national Awarding Organisation, regulated by Ofqual, the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA) and Qualifications Wales, to develop and award nationally recognised qualifications.
Open College Network West Midlands work in partnership with employers, training providers, colleges, universities, schools and voluntary and community organisations to offer vocational credit-based qualifications, Access to Higher Education Diplomas and quality assured Customised Accreditation that enables learners gain employment or to progress into further learning and Higher Education. They also Quality Endorse organisations internal training and skills delivery.
Unit 1: Preparing To Study
On completion of this unit you will:
Unit 2: Academic Writing Skills
On completion of this unit you will:
Unit 3: Preparing a Written Assignment
On completion of this unit you will:
Unit 4: Cell Biology
On completion of this unit you will:
Unit 5: The History of the National Health Service
On completion of this unit you will:
Unit 6: Human Nutrition & The Digestive System
On completion of this unit you will:
Unit 7: The Roles & Responsibilities of the Registered Nurse
On completion of this unit you will:
Unit 8: Introduction to Psychology
On completion of this unit you will:
Unit 9: Human Reproduction, Growth & Development
On completion of this unit you will:
Unit 10: Approaches to Health
On completion of this unit you will:
Unit 11: The Human Musculo-skeletal System
On completion of this unit you will:
Unit 12: Social Factors in Health and Social Care
On completion of this unit you will:
Unit 13: The Brain & Nervous System (psychology)
On completion of this unit you will:
Unit 14: The Human Endocrine & Nervous System
On completion of this unit you will:
Unit 15: Inequalities in Health & Illness
On completion of this unit you will:
Unit 16: Human Immunity
On completion of this unit you will:
Unit 17: Poverty & Health
On completion of this unit you will:
Unit 18: Human Disease & Prevention
On completion of this unit you will:
Unit 19: Equality and Diversity within Healthcare
On completion of this unit you will:
What's Included
Our team of course advisors are keen to help.
Call us now on 0121 392 8288
Alternatively, please complete the form below and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.
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