If you are thinking of a career in Nursing and Allied professions but don't yet have the prerequisite qualifications for university, then this is the right course for you. An Access to Higher Education qualification is a fast-track course that is widely recognised by universities and bridges the gap between existing education and what is needed to study at degree level. The Access to Nursing pathway is an intensive and challenging one-year course that will give you an overview of the knowledge required for Nursing and allied professions in the 21st century, and help you to develop the skills, knowledge and confidence needed for university and beyond. This is a recognised subject descriptor compliant qualification which means that it meets the requirements of the Nursing and Midwifery council.
You will study core modules such as Health Promotion, the Human Cardiovascular System and Psychological Perspectives, taught by skilled and highly qualified teachers who also deliver university level courses in Psychology, Criminology and Education. The programme is split into 4 teaching topics - Biology, Health Studies, Psychology and Sociology. A full list of the units studied can be found below:
Biology
From cells to organ systems (double unit)
The human cardiovascular system
Exchange & transport of gases
Body systems (double unit)
Body defences
Lifestyle choices & health
Health Studies
Delivery of healthcare in the UK
Health promotion
Psychology
Psychological perspectives
Concepts of normality and mental health
Social Influence and independence
Memory
Sociology
Ethical issues in health
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