Science and Health: Pathways
Vocational qualification
In Glasgow
Description
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Type
Vocational qualification
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Location
Glasgow (Scotland)
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Duration
1 Year
This course has been designed for those with career aspirations in nursing and science and is intended for students with no formal qualifications who wish to gain entry to our pre-university courses. This Introductory programme will be delivered at a pace which will be sympathetic to students needs to help re-establish themselves in education and in a manner which will help to build up their confidence. Successful students are GUARANTEED a place on the NQ/Access Programmes listed under Progression. Part-time attendance will not affect claimants benefit situation.
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About this course
No formal entry requirements. Candidates should demonstrate an ability to cope with the course. Some experience in caring (eg Care Assistant/Nursing a sick relative/bringing up children) preferred for those interested in Nursing. Entry by informal interview.
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Course programme
Science and Health: Pathways
Course Description
This course has been designed for those with career aspirations in nursing and science and is intended for students with no formal qualifications who wish to gain entry to our pre-university courses. This Introductory programme will be delivered at a pace which will be sympathetic to students needs to help re-establish themselves in education and in a manner which will help to build up their confidence. Successful students are GUARANTEED a place on the NQ/Access Programmes listed under Progression. Part-time attendance will not affect claimants benefit situation.
Preferred Entry Requirements
No formal entry requirements. Candidates should demonstrate an ability to cope with the course. Some experience in caring (eg Care Assistant/Nursing a sick relative/bringing up children) preferred for those interested in Nursing. Entry by informal interview.
Course Duration
Course Duration: 1 academic year
Start Date: Sep-09
End Date: Jun-10
Hours per week: 21 hours
Course Content
Biology Chemistry Investigation Skills Mathematics Computing Communications Study Skills. The programme has been specially designed to provide a high level of support and guidance together with regular feedback on course Progression.
Progression
NQ Applied Sciences; Access to Life Sciences; Access to Health Studies; NQ Pharmaceutical Science; NQ Health.
Science and Health: Pathways