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Access to HE Midwifery Course Online

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Duration9 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodySEGA

Free or reduced fees may be available, depending on your circumstances. Heart of Yorkshire Education Group lists a fee of £3,384 if you're not eligible. Advanced Learner Loan available. Contact Heart of Yorkshire Education Group for more info.

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About this course

Access to HE Midwifery Course. Study online, at your own pace, 24 hours a day. Funding is available for this course subject to your previous qualifications. If you're not eligible, an Advanced Learner Loan may cover the cost. This level 3 access to HE midwifery qualification is designed to earn you the UCAS points you need to apply to university. It typically takes 9 months to complete. You'll need GCSE Maths and English at grade 4 to enrol. GCSE Science is beneficial but not required.

Who this course is for

Our level 3 courses are designed to give learners the UCAS points needed to progress to university. The courses are fully online courses, where you can access the course materials and assessments 24 hours a day. The course takes 9-12 months to complete.

Upon success completion of this course this will allow students to progress to different university courses including: Midwifery Community Midwifery

Entry requirements

GCSE Maths and English at Grade 4. GCSE Science would be beneficial.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop knowledge of anatomy and physiology relevant to midwifery practice.
  • You'll study the biological sciences that underpin maternity and newborn care.
  • You'll explore the social and psychological aspects of pregnancy and childbirth.
  • You'll build academic writing and research skills needed for degree-level study.
  • You'll learn how to analyse and evaluate evidence in a health context.
  • You'll gain understanding of the role of the midwife within the wider healthcare system.

How you will learn

All course materials and assessments are available online, 24 hours a day. You study at your own pace and access everything through an online learning platform. Assessment is through written assignments and coursework completed throughout the course. There are no exams at a physical centre.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Heart of Yorkshire Education Group will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Midwife: degree-level role, this course supports your university application.
  • Community midwife: working with families in home and community settings.
  • Maternity support worker: assisting midwives in hospital or community care.
  • Student midwife: the direct next step after completing a midwifery degree.

What you could study next

This qualification is a stepping stone to university. On successful completion, you can apply to a BSc Midwifery degree, which is the qualification you need to register as a midwife with the Nursing and Midwifery Council. Some learners also use this level 3 access to HE midwifery course to apply for related degrees in nursing, health sciences, or community health. Check individual university entry requirements, as UCAS point thresholds vary.

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