FdSc Nursing Associate
About this course
FdSc Nursing Associate, a nursing associate degree focusing on healthcare practice, clinical theory and professional standards. Core topics include Clinical Skills, Ethics & Professional Practice, and Statistics. The curriculum spans two years of full-time study, combining academic modules with clinical practice placements. The first year covers the foundations through Developing Nursing Associate Practice, Foundations of Nursing Associate Practice, Communication and Relationship Management Skill in Nursing Associate Practice, and Applied Anatomy, Physiology and Procedural Skills for Nursing Associates, introducing core proficiencies and health and social care knowledge. The second year builds upon this with modules such as Developing Nursing Associate Practice 2, Professional and Personal Development for Nursing Associates, Promoting Health and Preventing Ill Health, and Medicines Management, focusing on advanced practice, medicines safety, and research-based evidence.
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Entry requirements
UCAS tariff points: 64 - 96. BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma - MPP - MMM Access to HE Diploma accepted with credits in line with UCAS tariff point range Or T Level - Pass (C and above) GCSE English and Maths (or suitable equivalent) grade 4 or C
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Accreditation & quality ratings
- Approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) for the purpose of registration as a qualified nurse (mental health)
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Developing Nursing Associate Practice
- Foundations of Nursing Associate Practice
- Communication and Relationship Management Skill in Nursing Associate Practice
- Applied Anatomy, Physiology and Procedural Skills for Nursing Associates
- Assessing, Monitoring and Contributing to Integrated Care for Nursing Associates
- Developing Nursing Associate Practice 2
- Professional and Personal Development for Nursing Associates
- Promoting Health and Preventing Ill Health
- Medicines Management
- Improving Patient Safety through Research
Questions about this course
Is FdSc Nursing Associate at Plymouth Marjon University accredited?
Yes. Approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) for the purpose of registration as a qualified nurse (mental health)