Free Access to HE Health Science Professions Course in Liverpool. Classes run at The City of Liverpool College Clarence Street, part-time during the day. The course takes one year to complete. You'll need to be aged 19 or over, and hold a GCSE grade 4/C or above in both English and Maths. Topics include Human Biology, Psychology, Health Promotion, Mental Health, and Poverty in Contemporary Britain. The Diploma is recognised by UK universities and attracts UCAS tariff points, giving you a route into degree-level study in health and science subjects.
Who this course is for
What to expect from the course: The Access to Higher Education Diploma is a full Level 3 qualification, which is the equivalent to 3 A-Levels, it also attracts UCAS tariff points. You will cover a range of modules from Human Biology including: - Infection and Immunity - The Nervous System - Human Reproduction - Human Musculoskeletal System Additionally, there will be modules in: - Psychology - Health Promotion - Mental Health - Poverty in Contemporary Britain There are further modules that will aid in your academic development and with your application to university. We have considerable experience and expertise of the subject matter and working with adult learners, who may have taken either a short or a long break from formal education.
Entry requirements
You must be aged 19 or over to study this qualification. You will need a GCSE grade 4/C or above in English and Maths. If you are unsure of the entry requirements, or if you don't meet the criteria, please contact our Careers Advice and Guidance team who will help you find the right option for you. Email [email protected] or call 0151 252 3607.
What you will learn
You'll study human biology topics including infection and immunity, the nervous system, human reproduction, and the musculoskeletal system.
You'll explore psychology and how it applies to health and wellbeing.
You'll examine health promotion and the factors that influence public health.
You'll develop understanding of mental health, its causes, and its impact.
You'll analyse social issues including poverty in contemporary Britain.
You'll build the academic writing and study skills needed for university-level work.
How you will learn
You'll attend classroom sessions at the college during the day. Learning is assessed through a combination of assignments and written work completed across the year. The Diploma is made up of graded units, and your final UCAS tariff points are based on the grades you achieve. There are no formal exams in the traditional sense. Your tutor will guide you through each unit and give feedback on your work as you progress.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The City of Liverpool College Clarence Street will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Nursing assistant. Entry-level support role in NHS or care settings.
Healthcare support worker. Assist clinical teams in hospitals or community care.
Mental health support worker. Support people with mental health conditions day to day.
Health promotion officer. Work with communities to improve public health outcomes.
Laboratory technician. Support scientific work in health or research settings.
Social care worker. Help vulnerable adults or children in a range of settings.
What you could study next
BSc (Hons) Nursing. The most common next step for learners on this pathway. Universities across the UK accept the Access to HE Diploma for entry.
BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science. Leads to laboratory and research careers in the NHS and beyond.
BSc (Hons) Psychology. A natural progression if the psychology units sparked your interest.
BSc (Hons) Public Health. Builds on the health promotion and social issues content covered in the Diploma.
