Access to Nursing and Health Studies

A Level

In Skelmersdale

Price on request

Description

  • Type

    A Level

  • Location

    Skelmersdale

  • Duration

    1 Year

This course is ideal for adult learners who wish to change career and have a desire to work in the area of Nursing.

Facilities

Location

Start date

Skelmersdale (Lancashire)
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Yewdale, WN8 6JA

Start date

On request

Start date

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About this course

There are no formal entry requirements, although adults may prefer to begin this course after studying GCSEs or equivalent qualifications. All students will be required to attend an interview to assess their suitability for the course.

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Course programme

Access to Nursing and Health Studies
Course Overview
This course is ideal for adult learners who wish to change career and have a desire to work in the area of Nursing.
Start Date
Duration
Venue

06 September 2010
1 year
Westbank Campus, Skelmersdale

Who The Course is for
This course is ideal for adult learners who wish to change career and have a desire to work in the area of Nursing.
Course Content
Course components:
- Sociology (level 2)
- Human Physiology (Level 2)
Plus Study Techniques
- Social Issues and Health Care(Level 3)
- Human Physiology(Level 3)
Plus HE Tool Kit
There will also be opportunity to study GCSE English, GCSE equivalent Maths.
Entry RequirementsLearning & Assessment Methods
Assessment will be by coursework and examinations. Accreditation will be by the Open College of the North West (OCNW).
Qualifications Gained
Nationally recognised (QAA) Access to Higher Education Diploma - Nursing and Health Studies
Progression Opportunities
If you successfully complete a level 3 course at Skelmersdale & Ormskirk College you are eligible to apply for an place on an appropriate Foundation Degree at either Skelmersdale & Ormskirk College or Newcastle College (subject to satisfactory interview or course audition).
There is opportunity for students to apply for a diploma or degree course in all aspects of Nursing or related areas at a range of Higher Education Institutions eg. University of Central Lancashire, Edge Hill College of Higher Education.
Career Opportunities
It provides opportunities for employment in all aspects of nursing and health related professions, however a student is not restricted to these professions alone and may wish to seek employment or further study in other areas.
Course Costs
If you need information on any financial support that may be available to you with fees or study costs on this course.

Access to Nursing and Health Studies

Price on request