Nursing Associate
Entry requirements
Entry requirements Typical offers There is some flexibility when it comes to routes in to studying this programme. Combinations of qualifications and / or experience are outlined below. 72 UCAS tariff points, CDE at A levels, MMP at Extended diploma – not subject-specific. 32 UCAS tariff points, EE at A Levels, PPP at Extended diploma. Level 3 qualifications must be in a related healthcare subject. No Level 3 qualification but a minimum of one years’ experience working in a healthcare role. You should also hold the Care Certificate. If you are unsure whether we could make you an offer or you have any questions, you can get in touch with our admissions team who will be able to advise you. English and Maths GCSE or equivalent All applicants must have a Level 2 English qualification ( GCSE Grade 4-9 / A-C ) or Level 2 Functional Skills English . You must also have a Level 2 Maths qualification ( GCSE Grade 4-9 / A-C ) or Level 2 Functional Skills Maths . Interview Applicants who meet the course entry requirements will be invited to attend an interview which will assess your values and how you can demonstrate the ability to learn behaviours, in accordance with The Code (NMC, 2018). Disclosure and Barring Service Clearance You must declare at the point of application and interview any criminal convictions (spent and otherwise), as this will determine your eligibility to progress through the application process. Once you have been offered and accepted a place on your programme, you will need to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check (adult and child work
About this course
FdSc in Nursing (Adult), preparing students for a role as a Nursing Associate. Core topics include Clinical Skills and Critical & Analytical Thinking. Students complete Practice Assessment Documents across both years and train in a FutureSim simulation facility. The programme leads to registration as a Nursing Associate with the Nursing and Midwifery Council.
Modules
- Transition to Undergraduate Nursing Associate
- Developing Professionalism
- Understanding Research to Inform evidence Based Practice
- Foundations of Anatomy, Physiology and Pathophysiology to Support Clinical Assessment Across the Lifespan.
- Managing Risk and Sustainability in health and Social Care
- Promoting Health and Preventing Ill Health
- Preparing to Become a Professional Registrant
- Exploring the Nursing Associate Role in Influencing Practice