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Access to HE Health Professions Course Online

CostPlease contact provider - This course is eligible for funding via an Advanced Learner Loan. Getting a loan doesnt depend on your income and there are no credit checks. Advanced Learner Loans dont get repaid until you earn over 27,295 per year.
Duration12 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyAim Awards awarding body
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About this course

Access to HE Diploma (Health Professionals). Study online at your own pace over 12 months.

It covers human biology, NHS history, health inequalities, and the roles of healthcare professionals. You'll also build academic study skills and numeracy for a health context. You need a Level 2 Maths and English qualification to enrol. The course is eligible for an Advanced Learner Loan, which you only repay once you earn over £27,295 a year.

You'll finish with an Access to HE Diploma (Health Professionals), recognised by UK universities for entry to nursing, midwifery, pharmacy, and other health degrees.

Who this course is for

Access courses are designed for people who have been out of education for some time - so they're the perfect option if you left school without the qualifications you'd need to go straight to university. They provide you with a good level of knowledge and skills so that you feel prepared to start a degree. Whether you're a career changer, have been out of employment and education for some time, or you're looking to pursue a subject you're passionate about - an Access to HE course could be the right option for you. If your dream career is to work in the healthcare sector, or you're looking to make a career change, the Access to HE Diploma (Health Professionals) is a level 3 qualification designed to prepare you to study a range of healthcare related degrees. Gain a solid foundation in health and human biology while developing academic and professional skills for higher education. Explore topics like stress, nutrition, health inequalities, and the systems that keep the body functioning.

Entry requirements

You will need a Level 2 Maths and English qualification (GCSE or equivalent) - copies of your certificates will be requested as part of the enrolment process. If you don't have your Level 2 qualifications in Maths and English, we can support you through Functional Skills qualifications. As part of our enrolment process, you will need to complete a telephone interview and a written assessment which will ensure that the course is the right level for you.

What you will learn

  • You'll study human biology, covering cells, respiration, circulation, digestion, and the nervous system.
  • You'll explore the history of the NHS and how it works today.
  • You'll examine the roles and responsibilities of healthcare professionals.
  • You'll investigate health inequalities and the impact of poverty on health.
  • You'll develop academic study techniques for university-level work.
  • You'll practise numeracy skills in a health context.
  • You'll learn about stress, immunity, and the endocrine system.

How you will learn

You study online, working through units at your own pace. Assessment includes written assignments and a telephone interview at enrolment. A written assessment is also completed as part of the enrolment process to confirm the course is the right level for you. Units cover both biological science topics and professional knowledge areas.

What you will need to bring

You will need copies of your Level 2 Maths and English certificates for enrolment. Learning Curve will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Registered Nurse, working in hospitals, GP surgeries, or community settings.
  • Midwife, supporting women through pregnancy and childbirth.
  • Paramedic, responding to emergencies and providing pre-hospital care.
  • Physiotherapist, helping patients recover movement and manage pain.
  • Pharmacist, dispensing medicines and advising on treatments.
  • Radiographer, using imaging technology to support diagnosis.

What you could study next

  • BSc Nursing, the degree route to becoming a Registered Nurse.
  • BSc Midwifery, for those aiming to work in maternity care.
  • BSc Paramedic Science, leading to work in emergency services.
  • BSc Pharmacy, for a career in medicines and patient care.
  • BSc Physiotherapy, preparing you to work in rehabilitation and movement.
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