Nursing Associate
Entry requirements
GCSE: GCSE English and Maths at a Grade C/4. Equivalents may be considered. A level: 64 points to include a minimum of 2 A levels. BTEC RQF National Extended Diploma/QCF Extended Diploma: MPP – Science or health related subject preferred. Access to HE Diploma: Pass a Science or health related access with 15 Level 3 credits at Merit and 30 at Pass. T level: Pass – Science or health related subject.
About this course
FdSc in Nursing Studies (Registered Nurse Adult Nursing), preparing students for the Nursing Associate role within healthcare teams. Core topics include Research Methods and Ethics & Professional Practice. The programme spans two years including placements and can be studied across three campuses in Plymouth, Exeter and Truro.
Modules
- Evidence Based Practice in Nursing
- Applied Anatomy and Physiology for Nursing Associates
- Therapeutic Relationships through Effective Communication
- Being an Accountable Professional
- Delivering Patient Centred Care Throughout the Nursing Process
- Promoting Public Health and Preventing Ill Health
- Medicines Management
- Team Working and Leadership
- Improving Patient Safety and Quality of Care through Research
- Developing Nursing Associate Practice and Skills Through Teaching, Learning and Assessment