Free Access to HE Health Science Professions Course in Worksop

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodySEGA

About this course

Free Access to HE Health Science Professions Course in Worksop. Classes run full-time during the day at The Bridge Skills Hub. This level 3 access to HE health science professions qualification is designed for people looking to develop their skills and progress into higher education in health science. The course runs over one year and is recognised by UK universities as meeting entry requirements for health science degree programmes. It covers the scientific and academic foundations you'll need to study at degree level.

Who this course is for

The course is designed for entrants to roles in which they want to develop their skills, progression and/or career opportunities in this field or area. Please see the RNN Group course website for further information and advice.

What you will learn

  • You'll study the biological and scientific principles underpinning health science
  • You'll develop academic writing and research skills needed for university study
  • You'll explore human anatomy, physiology, and related health science topics
  • You'll practise data analysis and scientific reasoning
  • You'll build the study skills and independent learning habits expected at degree level

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at The Bridge Skills Hub, combining tutor-led teaching with guided study. Assessment is through a portfolio of assignments built up across the year. Each unit is assessed separately, and your work is graded to produce an overall profile of distinctions, merits, and passes that universities use when considering your application.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. The Bridge Skills Hub will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Nursing associate: entry-level clinical role in NHS and care settings
  • Healthcare assistant: supporting patients in hospitals or community care
  • Biomedical science technician: laboratory work in NHS or research settings
  • Pharmacy assistant: supporting dispensing and patient advice in pharmacies
  • Radiography assistant: supporting imaging departments in hospitals
  • Health and wellbeing coach: helping people manage long-term conditions

What you could study next

This Diploma is designed to take you into higher education. Most graduates go on to apply for university degree programmes in nursing, biomedical science, physiotherapy, radiography, or a related health science field. A degree in one of these areas is typically required to work as a registered healthcare professional. Some learners also progress to foundation degrees or Higher National Certificates (HNCs) in health science as a shorter first step into university-level study.

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