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.
Individuals aspiring to pursue a career in nursing or midwifery.
You may be entitled to an Advanced Learner Loan to cover the costs of your Access course.
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.
Eligibility depends on your circumstances. Our admissions team will confirm what you qualify for before you enrol.
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.
You will be taught 1 day a week for the duration of the 40 weeks course.
You will be assessed via: Presentations, Essays and reports, Leaflets and posters, External exams, Tutor observations
