Access to Higher Education Diploma (Healthcare Professions)
INTRODUCTION
This course is for students aged 19 when the course begins who wish to progress onto Higher Education.
Please note: The course will accept people at aged 18 if they have both English and maths at grade C or 4 or Functional Skills Level 2.
International students who are applying for Access courses in order to enter the nursing profession should be aware that they are required to meet specific three-year residency criteria to be able to progress to Higher Education courses.
What will I do?
You will study four modules:
Sociology
- Development of Social Welfare
- Poverty and Housing
- Social Policy
Health Studies
- Developing Professional Practice in Healthcare
- Health Promotion
- Introduction to Safeguarding
Biology
- Cardiopulmonary System
- Disease and Body Defence
- Homeostasis for Healthcare
- The Musculoskeletal System
Further skills
- Communicating through speaking and listening
- Reading and writing skills
- Application of numbers using calculation
- Application of numbers using data interpretation
What’s next?
The Access to Higher Education Diploma Pathways are ideal if you are aged over 19 and wish to study at degree level at University. By successfully completing a relevant Pathway, you will be able to apply to study a relevant subject at your chosen University. International students who are applying for Access courses in order to enter the nursing profession should be aware that they required to meet specific three-year residency criteria to be able to progress to Higher Education courses.
Is it for me?
Please note: The course will accept people at aged 18 if they have both English and maths at grade C or 4 or Functional Skills Level 2.
Each of the Pathways on offer allows you the opportunity to specialise in a particular field and progress into higher education study. For example, by gaining an Access to Higher Education Diploma (Health Sciences), you could go on to study for a degree in Nursing, Midwifery, Occupational Therapy or Physiotherapy. Please note, the Access to Higher Education Diploma will give you the opportunity to apply to a wide range of university courses and it is vital that you check all the required entry qualifications for your chosen degree course programme.
Entry Requirements
Ideally, you will require a Level 2 English and a Level 2 Maths qualification to join one of our Access to Higher Education Diploma course programmes. Entry will be dependent upon a review of previous qualifications in addition to a literacy and numeracy assessment undertaken at interview.
HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED?
Assessment is continuous and you will be required to submit a portfolio of coursework for each unit by the end of the course. We use a range of assessment methods, including class exercises, formal written assignments and tutor records of performance during class discussions and presentations. There will be some end of unit examinations.
HOW WILL MY PROGRESS BE MONITORED?
Your progress is regularly monitored through 1:1 tutorials and assessment of class work and homework. You will have a Personal Tutor who will support you with your studies.
WHAT LEVEL IS THIS QUALIFICATION?
This is a Level 3 qualification and is delivered over one year.
HOW MUCH WILL I HAVE TO STUDY EACH WEEK?
Students will have 10.5 hours in face to face lessons and there is the expectation that 8 to 10 hours private study for the development of course work.
DO I NEED TO PURCHASE ANYTHING?
You will need to have access to IT equipment.
WANT TO KNOW MORE?
Please contact the Course Information and Enquiries Team on 01908 684452 or 01908 684453.
HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE
Our staff are subject specialists and specialists in post-16 teaching. Many also have vocational experience in relevant fields
Visits and speakers to enhance your learning
Excellent support with the UCAS university admissions process
The opportunity to learn in an adult environment and take advantage of the wide range of social and leisure activities only available through the College.
FEES
19+: £3384
Advanced Learner Loan: £3384
Overseas: £3384
Funding support may be available on this course, contact us to learn more.
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