Nursing Associate FdSc
About this course
FdSc Nursing Associate, a nursing associate degree centred on clinical practice and healthcare delivery within the nursing associate subject area. Core topics include Clinical Skills, Legal Analysis, Research Methods, and Ethics & Professional Practice. The curriculum complies with Nursing and Midwifery Council standards, requiring equal splits between theoretical learning and practice-based learning. The first year covers the foundations through Developing Personal, Professional and Academic Skills for Person Centred Care, Professional Practice One (Nursing Associate), and Psychology and Sociology of Health and Well-being for Healthcare Practice, introducing academic study and biological sciences. The second year progresses through Evidence Based Practice, Medicines Management, and Professional Practice Two (Nursing Associate), building on knowledge of pharmacology and health numeracy. Students also study Recognising and Responding to Illness and Injury Across the Lifecourse and Transitioning to Registered Nursing Associate to prepare for entry to the profession.
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Entry requirements
Academic entry criteria: Level 2 English qualification (GCSE Grade 4-9, GCSE Grade A-C, or Level 2 Functional Skills English, Key Skills Level 2 Communication or equivalent); (essential) Level 2 Maths qualification (GCSE Grade 4-9, GCSE Grade A-C, or Level 2 Functional Skills Maths, Key Skills Level 2 Application of Number (Numeracy) or equivalent); (essential) Normally a minimum of 48 UCAS tariff points or equivalent , which can be obtained through (essential): A Levels. BTEC National Diploma. BTEC Extended Diploma. NVQ at Level 3 or above in Care or a related subject. An Accredited Access to HE Diploma (pass with at least 45 credits at level 3). Level 3 Apprenticeship in Health and Social Care. Equivalent level 3 qualifications. Other qualifications (including the Care Certificate and Health Education England-approved Bridging Programme), alongside relevant and substantial work experience, will be considered at an individual level. Where applicants do not have Level 3 qualifications, a portfolio assessment will be offered and the application will be considered on an individual basis. Health or care experience and use this to demonstrate insight into the professional values and behaviours associated with health and care environments (desirable) You will also need to demonstrate:: Capability for digital and technological literacy. Evidence of study within the last 5 years (not mandatory training). An ability to study at level 4 and the potential to progress to level 5 foundation degree level and commit to completing the Nursing Associate programme. Nursing values through the interview process at the University. International English Language Testing System (IELTS): at least 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in Writing, Speaking, Listening and Reading (or recognised equivalent)
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Accreditation & quality ratings
- Approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) for the purpose of registration as a qualified nursing associate.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Completion of Required Programme Hours One
- Developing Personal, Professional and Academic Skills for Person Centred Care
- Professional Practice One (Nursing Associate)
- Psychology and Sociology of Health and Well-being for Healthcare Practice
- Sciences Underpinning Professional Practice
- Completion of Required Programme Hours Two
- Evidence Based Practice
- Medicines Management
- Professional Practice Two (Nursing Associate)
- Recognising and Responding to Illness and Injury Across the Lifecourse
- Transitioning to Registered Nursing Associate
Questions about this course
Is Nursing Associate FdSc at University of Westminster accredited?
Yes. Approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) for the purpose of registration as a qualified nursing associate.