Access to HE Nursing and Midwifery Course in Southend-on-Sea. Classes run at South Essex College Southend Campus, full-time during the day. This level 3 access to HE nursing and midwifery qualification is designed for adults who want to progress to a university degree in nursing, midwifery, or another health profession but need to build the entry qualifications first. The course runs over 12 months. Units cover healthcare principles, human anatomy and physiology, sociology of health, mental health, and independent research. Universities recognise this as an access course for university entry.
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 study the principles of healthcare and patient care.
You'll explore human anatomy and physiology.
You'll examine health and disease, including how conditions develop and are managed.
You'll analyse the sociology of health and how society shapes wellbeing.
You'll study mental health, including key concepts and approaches to care.
You'll develop independent research skills used throughout higher education.
You'll build the academic writing and study skills needed for university-level work.
How you will learn
You'll study in the classroom at South Essex College Southend Campus, five days a week. Assessment uses a range of methods including written assignments, presentations, and examinations. Different units may use different assessment formats. There are no exams in every unit; some are assessed entirely through coursework.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. South Essex College Southend Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Student nurse. This course is a stepping stone to a nursing degree, not direct employment.
Student midwife. Midwifery degrees at university typically require this level of preparation.
Healthcare support worker. Some learners work in care roles while studying or applying to university.
Care assistant. Entry-level health and social care work while awaiting a university place.
What you could study next
BSc (Hons) Adult Nursing. The most common next step for learners on this course. Most universities accept the Access to HE Diploma as their entry qualification.
BSc (Hons) Midwifery. Requires GCSE Maths, English, and Science at grade C or above in addition to the Diploma. Check individual university requirements early.
BSc (Hons) in other health professions. Physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and paramedic science degrees also recognise this Diploma as a route in.
