FdSc Nursing Associate (Nursing Associate Higher Apprenticeship)
University of SalfordSalford, United Kingdom
Course overview
The Nursing Associate is a highly trained support role to deliver effective, safe and responsive nursing care in and across a wide range of health and care settings. This role will bridge the gap between a support worker and a Registered Nurse, providing a workforce for future healthcare.
Key highlights
- Prepares you for a highly trained nursing support role
- Delivers safe, effective and responsive nursing care across settings
- Bridges the gap between support worker and Registered Nurse
- Covers a wide range of health and care settings
Entry requirements
- GCSE: C/4 or above — to include Mathematics, English
Scholarships
Global Gold Excellence Scholarship
For undergraduate - £3,500; For postgraduate - £3,000
Global Silver Excellence Scholarship
For undergraduate - £3,000; For postgraduate - £2,500
IFY Excellence Scholarship
For qualifying applicants, the IFY Excellence Scholarship is worth £2,500 for one year of study on the IFY programme starting from September 2026.
Up to £2,500
Careers this course leads to
- Nursing Associate
- Trainee Nursing Associate
- Senior Healthcare Assistant
- Assistant Practitioner
- Student Nurse (via further study)
Cost of study
UK/Home: £3 per year | International: Apprenticeship routes are usually employer-funded and may not have separate international tuition fees.
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Salford, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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