Access to HE Nursing and Midwifery Course in Grays. Classes run at South Essex College of Further and Higher Education, full-time during the day. This level 3 access to HE nursing and midwifery qualification takes one year and is designed to prepare you for degree-level study in health professions such as adult nursing. A fee of £3,384 applies, and an Advanced Learner Loan may be available to help cover the cost. Units cover healthcare principles, human anatomy and physiology, sociology of health, mental health, and independent research. Universities recognise this as a university access course for entry to nursing and midwifery degrees.
Who this course is for
This course is for people that would like to study on a Higher Education programme in the Health Professions e.g. the Adult Nursing (Hons), but need to gain the required entry qualifications and skills.
Entry requirements
You must be aged 19 or above by the 31st of August 2024. You must have GCSE C/4 or above in either English Language or Maths, or a Level 2 Functional Skill equivalent. If you only hold the one, you may work towards the one that you do not have whilst studying for your Access Diploma; this will be dependent on being accepted onto a Level 2 course, either GCSE or Functional Skills. Those wishing to progress to Midwifery at university will need GCSE Maths, English and Science at grade C minimum.
What you will learn
You'll explore the principles of healthcare and patient care
You'll study human anatomy and physiology
You'll examine health, disease, and mental health concepts
You'll analyse the sociology of health
You'll develop independent research skills
You'll build the academic skills needed for degree-level study
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom at South Essex College of Further and Higher Education. Assessment uses a range of methods including written assignments, presentations, and examinations. Different units may use different assessment approaches. You'll receive feedback throughout the course to support your progress.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. South Essex College of Further and Higher Education will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Registered nurse. Degree required; this course prepares you for university entry.
Midwife. Degree required; note GCSE Maths, English, and Science at grade C or above are also needed for midwifery university applications.
Healthcare assistant. Entry-level role in NHS or private care settings.
Mental health support worker. Supporting people with mental health conditions.
Maternity support worker. Assisting midwives in hospital or community settings.
What you could study next
BSc (Hons) Adult Nursing. The degree most learners on this access to HE nursing and midwifery course are working toward. Check individual university entry requirements, as many require GCSE Maths and English rather than Functional Skills equivalents.
BSc (Hons) Midwifery. Requires GCSE Maths, English, and Science at grade C or above in addition to the Access Diploma.
BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care. A broader health degree for those exploring other health profession routes.
