Free Access to HE Health Professions Course in Wolverhampton

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAim Awards awarding body

About this course

Free Access to HE Health Professions Course in Wolverhampton. Classes run at City of Wolverhampton College, full-time during the day.

This Level 3 access to HE health professions qualification is designed for adults aiming for university. You'll need English and maths at Level 2 to join, for example a GCSE at grade 4 or above, or an equivalent Functional Skills qualification. The course covers the science and study skills needed for health-related degrees. It takes one year to complete.

You'll finish with the Access to HE Diploma (Health Professionals), awarded by AIM Qualifications and recognised by UK universities.

Who this course is for

If you want to pursue a higher education qualification in nursing, mental health nursing, midwifery, children's nursing, physiotherapy, paramedical science, as an operating department practitioner or in another health-related subject but lack the necessary qualifications our Access to Higher Education Diploma (Health Professionals) will give you the skills you need to go on to your dream career.

An Access to Higher Education qualification is widely recognised by universities and bridges the gap between existing education and what is needed to study at degree level.

The Access to Higher Education Diploma (Health Professionals) is an intensive and challenging one-year course that will give you an overview of health services in the 21st century, help you to develop the skills, knowledge and confidence needed for university.

To succeed on this course you will need to be committed and focused and have a zest for learning, as well as good time management skills, particularly if you work and have family responsibilities.

Before you embark on the diploma it is important that you know what you want to study at university, have thoroughly researched your chosen course and attended university open days.

If you want to pursue a career in a health-related area our Access to Higher Education Diploma (Health Professionals) course will set you on the road to a great career in the health service.

Entry requirements

To access this course you are required to:

Have English at Level 2 (eg GCSE grade 4/C or above / equivalent Functional Skills qualification depending on individual university requirements) Have maths at Level 2 (eg GCSE grade 4/C or above / equivalent Functional Skills qualification depending on individual university requirements)* Show commitment to the course and be motivated and determined to be successful on this intensive programme of study.

What you will learn

  • You'll study human biology and anatomy relevant to health professions.
  • You'll develop academic writing and research skills for university study.
  • You'll explore topics in psychology and sociology as they apply to health care.
  • You'll build knowledge of health science principles used in nursing and allied health.
  • You'll practise critical thinking and evidence-based reasoning.
  • You'll learn how to reference and present academic arguments.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at City of Wolverhampton College. The course is assessed through written assignments and coursework rather than formal exams. You'll build a portfolio of work across the year. Tutors will give feedback on drafts to help you develop your academic skills before final submission.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. City of Wolverhampton College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Registered Nurse, working in NHS hospitals, community care, or private settings.
  • Mental health nurse, supporting patients with mental health conditions.
  • Midwife, providing care during pregnancy and childbirth.
  • Paramedic, responding to emergencies as part of an ambulance service.
  • Physiotherapist, helping patients recover movement and manage pain.
  • Operating department practitioner, supporting surgical teams in theatre.

What you could study next

  • BSc Nursing (Adult, Mental Health, Children's or Learning Disabilities), the degree required to register as a nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council.
  • BSc Midwifery, for those aiming to qualify as a registered midwife.
  • BSc Physiotherapy or Paramedic Science, for other health profession routes opened by this Diploma.
  • Foundation Year in Health Sciences, if you want an extra year of preparation before a full degree.

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