Nursing Associate Apprenticeship Foundation Degree
Leeds Trinity UniversityLeeds Trinity University, Main Campus (Horsforth)
Course overview
In this programme, the apprentice will learn the tools and strategies to care for people of all ages and from different backgrounds, cultures, and beliefs. Upon completing this work-based learning course, apprentices will bridge the professional gap between health and care assistants and registered nurses. Nursing associates work in the public, independent and voluntary sectors and it is a statutorily regulated profession.
Key highlights
- Work-based learning combining employment with university study
- Prepares you to care for people of all ages and backgrounds
- Bridges the gap between healthcare assistants and registered nurses
- Leads to a statutorily regulated profession
- Opens roles across public, independent and voluntary sectors
Entry requirements
- GCSE: 4 — You must hold GCSEs at grade 4 (or C) or higher in GCSE English (either language or literature) and GCSE Maths.
- UCAS tariff points: 80 — Applicants will need to meet the required 80 tariff points which can come from a range of qualifications.
Scholarships
Sanctuary Scholarship
Careers this course leads to
- Nursing Associate
- Trainee Nursing Associate
- Senior Healthcare Assistant
- Senior Healthcare Support Worker
- Registered Nurse (with further study)
Cost of study
UK/Home: Employer / Government funded
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 Leeds Trinity University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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