University of Hertfordshire

FdSc Health Care Practice (Nursing Associate HTQ)

University of HertfordshireUniversity of Hertfordshire, Hatfield

Course overview

This nursing associate course is ideal for anyone looking to launch a career in nursing, either in the role of nursing associate, or to progress onto one of our full nursing degrees to become a registered nurse. Nursing associates bridge the gap between health care assistants and registered nurses and working with people of all ages, in a variety of settings in health and social care. This course is designed to equip you with the competencies and understanding you’ll need to succeed in the role of nursing associate.

You’ll also develop essential transferable skills, such as problem solving, time management, communication and effective team working. Our strong emphasis on practical learning means that you’ll spend over 1,000 hours gaining invaluable experience in a range of clinical setting

Key highlights

  • Over 1,000 hours of practical experience across a range of clinical settings
  • Prepares you for the nursing associate role in health and social care
  • Option to progress onto a full nursing degree to become a registered nurse
  • Work with people of all ages in a variety of care settings
  • Builds problem solving, time management, communication and teamwork skills

Entry requirements

  • UCAS tariff points: 48 — Typical offer: 48 or relevant work experience in health or social care
  • A-level: DD — A Level: DD
  • BTEC: PPP — Accepted T Levels Education and Childcare

Scholarships

  • Dannenberg Scholarship (BEng)

    £1,000 (or share of)

  • Jarvis Centenary Scholarship

    £5,000 (over three years of study: £1,000 in the first year, £2,000 each in the second and third years) with at least one site visit or period of work experience with Jarvis Homes

    Up to £5,000
  • Kurt Dannenberg Bursary

    £1,000 (or share of)

    Up to £1,000
  • Professor Peter Lines Scholarship

    Value: £1,000

    Up to £1,000
  • The Janice Ann McNaughton Bursary

    £3,000 (paid in the first year of study)

    Up to £3,000
  • The Judges' and High Sheriffs' Scholarship

    two students will be awarded £1,500 each

    Up to £1,500

Careers this course leads to

  • Nursing Associate
  • Registered Nurse (after further study)
  • Senior Healthcare Assistant
  • Assistant Practitioner

Cost of study

UK/Home: £6,400

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 Hertfordshire, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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