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Access to HE Health Science Professions Course in Leyland

CostFREE
Duration34 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryBlended learning
Start2 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodySEGA
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About this course

Access to HE Health Science Professions Course in Leyland. Classes run at Runshaw College, blended part-time over 34 weeks, with a mix of online study and time at the college. Fees may apply depending on your circumstances, though an Advanced Learner Loan may be available to cover the cost. The course covers health, biology, psychology, sociology, and health professional practices. It builds the subject knowledge and transferable skills that universities look for in applicants to health and health science degrees. Entry requires GCSE English Language and Maths at grade C/4 or above (or Level 2 Functional Skills equivalents).

Who this course is for

The Access to HE Diploma (Health Sciences Professions) equips students with a comprehensive understanding of health, biology, psychology and sociology, health professional practices and related fields. This course is designed to prepare students for Higher Education looking at entering careers in health, health sciences and related sectors. Students will acquire key knowledge, subject-specific skills, and transferable skills essential for success in these areas. The precise knowledge and skills will depend on the choice of units.

Entry requirements

GCSE English Language grade C/4 or above (or Level 2 Functional Skill English), GCSE Maths grade C/ 4 or above (or Level 2 Functional Skills Maths) and GCSE Science grade C/4 or above - desirable

What you will learn

  • You'll develop knowledge of human biology and its role in health and disease.
  • You'll study psychology and how it applies to health and patient care.
  • You'll explore sociology and the social factors that shape health outcomes.
  • You'll examine health professional practices and the structures of health services.
  • You'll build academic writing and research skills needed for university-level study.
  • You'll practise critical thinking and analysis across health science subjects.

How you will learn

The course is delivered through a blend of in-person sessions at Runshaw College and online study you complete in your own time. You'll be assessed through written assignments, essays, and coursework across the units. There are no formal exams. Assessment is continuous, so your work is marked throughout the course rather than at the end.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Runshaw College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Nursing associate: entry-level clinical role in NHS or private care
  • Healthcare assistant: hands-on patient support in hospitals or community settings
  • Pharmacy technician: supporting pharmacists in dispensing and medicines management
  • Radiography assistant: supporting imaging departments in NHS trusts
  • Occupational therapy assistant: helping patients regain independence in daily life
  • Mental health support worker: supporting people with mental health conditions
  • Biomedical science technician: laboratory work in NHS or research settings

What you could study next

This level 3 access to he health science professions qualification is recognised by UK universities as meeting entry requirements for a range of health science degrees. You could go on to study:

  • BSc Nursing (Adult, Mental Health, or Children's)
  • BSc Biomedical Science
  • BSc Physiotherapy or Occupational Therapy
  • BSc Radiography
  • BSc Pharmacy or Pharmacology

Check individual university entry requirements, as some courses also require specific science GCSEs or additional admissions tests.

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