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.
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. The maximum time you have to complete your Access to Higher Education Diploma (Nursing) is outlined in your Individual Learning Plan (ILP). You can complete the Access to Higher Education Diploma (Nursing) in a minimum of 6 months with most learners passing within 8 to 9 months. You are allocated a maximum of two years to complete this diploma.
Throughout your learning experience, you’ll have the guidance of a personal tutor and can also connect with a digital network of likeminded students.
The Access to Higher Education Diploma (Nursing) is made up of a set of units, with an assignment at the end of each. You’ll submit your work to your personal tutor for marking and will receive learning credits. 60 credits are required to be awarded with an Access to Higher Education Diploma. 15 credits will be ungraded and 45 will be graded as a pass, merit or distinction.
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.
In order to qualify for this Access to Higher Education Diploma (Nursing) learners must have a GCSE in Maths and English (or an equivalent), a relevant NVQ at level 2 or above and aspire to study a social work-related degree at university.
Access to Higher Education Diplomas are widely accepted as an alternative to ‘A Levels’ for University admission. These programmes have a track record of success in helping students to gain admission to university.
However, it is important to note that universities each apply their own admissions criteria, 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 essential that each student investigates the entry requirements of a variety of universities that are practical to attend in order to determine if the diploma and unit choices within this Access to Higher Education Diploma (Nursing) meets each set of requirements.
Students should complete this exercise as early as possible so that they can plan which establishments to apply to.
Whilst we have the fullest confidence that this distance learning Access to Higher Education Diploma (Nursing) is compliant and will be sufficient to form part of an application for a university course, Stonebridge will be unable to accept any liability for a student’s inability to secure an offer from a higher education establishment.
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 Care
On completion of this unit you will:
Unit 13: The Brain & Nervous System
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 Disease & Prevention
On completion of this unit you will:
Unit 17: Poverty & Health
On completion of this unit you will:
Unit 18: Human Immunity
On completion of this unit you will:
Unit 19: Equality and Diversity within Health Care
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.
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. The maximum time you have to complete your Access to Higher Education Diploma (Nursing) is outlined in your Individual Learning Plan (ILP). You can complete the Access to Higher Education Diploma (Nursing) in a minimum of 6 months with most learners passing within 8 to 9 months. You are allocated a maximum of two years to complete this diploma.
Throughout your learning experience, you’ll have the guidance of a personal tutor and can also connect with a digital network of likeminded students.
The Access to Higher Education Diploma (Nursing) is made up of a set of units, with an assignment at the end of each. You’ll submit your work to your personal tutor for marking and will receive learning credits. 60 credits are required to be awarded with an Access to Higher Education Diploma. 15 credits will be ungraded and 45 will be graded as a pass, merit or distinction.
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.
In order to qualify for this Access to Higher Education Diploma (Nursing) learners must have a GCSE in Maths and English (or an equivalent), a relevant NVQ at level 2 or above and aspire to study a social work-related degree at university.
Access to Higher Education Diplomas are widely accepted as an alternative to ‘A Levels’ for University admission. These programmes have a track record of success in helping students to gain admission to university.
However, it is important to note that universities each apply their own admissions criteria, 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 essential that each student investigates the entry requirements of a variety of universities that are practical to attend in order to determine if the diploma and unit choices within this Access to Higher Education Diploma (Nursing) meets each set of requirements.
Students should complete this exercise as early as possible so that they can plan which establishments to apply to.
Whilst we have the fullest confidence that this distance learning Access to Higher Education Diploma (Nursing) is compliant and will be sufficient to form part of an application for a university course, Stonebridge will be unable to accept any liability for a student’s inability to secure an offer from a higher education establishment.
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 Care
On completion of this unit you will:
Unit 13: The Brain & Nervous System
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 Disease & Prevention
On completion of this unit you will:
Unit 17: Poverty & Health
On completion of this unit you will:
Unit 18: Human Immunity
On completion of this unit you will:
Unit 19: Equality and Diversity within Health Care
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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