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Overview

Title: Access to HE Nursing, Midwifery & Allied

Pathway: Health, Science & Sport

Available Study Options:
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Study Option

There are currently no other study options available for this course.

What will I study?

Our Access to Higher Education (HE) courses enable students to achieve a qualification that provides direct entry to university. They are suitable for those aged 19+ who meet the course GCSE entry criteria requirements, but do not yet have a Level 3 qualification.  

Within the Faculty of Caring Professions we offer the following qualification for those who wish to embark on a career in the health sector.

 Access to Nursing, Midwifery and Allied Health Professions

This course will be of interest to you if you would like to start your professional career by undertaking an under-graduate degree in one of the many careers available to you within the health sector. As part of the course you will study twenty modules relating to the following subject areas:

  • Psychology
  • Health Studies
  • Human Biology
  • Sociology

This is a full-time course and you will be required to attend college approximately three days per week, and undertake online modules and an independent study day. You are also strongly advised to undertake voluntary work, work experience or employment (where possible), relating to your career plan. This will support your application to university, and provide you with relevant employability skills. 

Entry requirements (you must have obtained these prior to enrolling on the course).

5 GCSE grades A-C or 4-9 (including English and maths). In recognition of typical university entry requirements for 2021/22 we do not accept functional skills level 2 as an equivalent. 

PLEASE NOTE: there are variances in entry requirements throughout local and national universities, and you should check the entry requirements at your preferred university/universities before applying.

How will I be assessed?

The Awarding Body for our Access to HE course is Open Awards.

The course is internally assessed and externally quality assured. You will be assessed on each module throughout the academic year, using a variety of methods which will include written assignments, reports, research, one exam and presentations.

What will this lead to?

This course is designed to provide you with the qualification you require to advance onto a range of undergraduate degree courses, including adult nursing, mental health nursing, midwifery, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, dietetics and paramedic training.

For those wanting to enter employment, these qualifications may act as a stepping stone into jobs/careers within the health and social care sectors. 

Entry requirements

Entry Level Courses:


Skills for Life & Work/Preparing for Adulthood

No formal qualifications are required for this course.
These courses are specifically designed for learners with a Special Educational Need (SEND).

 

Entry Level: Skills & Employability


No formal qualifications are required for this course.

Full Time ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages)


No formal qualifications are required for this course.


Full Time GCSE Re-sit Study Course

 GCSE Grade 2 or 3 in Maths and English and / or Sciences.


Full Time Level 1 Course

Entry Level qualification or 2 GCSE's at grades 2 or below (E or below)


Full Time Level 2 Course

4 GCSEs at grade 3 or Vocational Level 1 in relevant subject area.

*GCSE Grade 4 or above in Maths is required for the courses below:

Accounting

Electrical

Plumbing

Full time Level 3 Course

5 GCSEs at Grade 4-9 including English or Maths (Functional Skills Level 2 English or Maths will be accepted).

OR

Vocational Level 2 plus Grade 4-9 GCSE English or Maths (Functional Skills Level 2 English or Maths will be accepted).

*A Vocational Level 2 is required for the following courses:

Accounting

All Construction Subjects

Hair & Beauty Subjects

Applied Science

T Level Foundation (Level 2)

4 GCSE Grade 3 including English and Math's (or Functional Skills Level 1 in English and Math's)

T Levels

5 GCSEs at Grade 4-9 including English and Maths (Functional Skills Level 2 in English and Maths will be accepted).

* Health T Levels require GCSE Grade 4 in Science.

 

How to apply

You can apply for this programme via the Apply Now button, at the top.

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Cost

If you are aged between 16 and 18 when you start your course and are taking a course leading to a qualification, the tuition and exam fees are free. However, there may be some additional costs for optional trips, recommended text books and professional start up kits. We have a bursary scheme to assist with these costs.

  • If you're aged 19 or over, you may be eligible for funding towards your course fees. It will depend on your personal circumstances and will be discussed at enrolment. You will be asked to bring documentation with you when you are invited to enrol.
  • If you are aged 19 and over and study Maths or English and do not already hold a C grade/4 or higher in the subject that you are studying, you will get the course for free.
  • If you have any queries please contact us on 0161 785 4039 or email admissions@oldham.ac.uk

What happens next?

It is important that you come along and speak to one of our staff about your choice/s.

Once we receive your application, you will be invited in to speak to a tutor or a member of the Apprenticeship team to discuss your application.

This will provide you with the opportunity to ask any questions you may have about the course/Apprenticeship and to see our facilities.

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