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Free Level 3 Access to HE Diploma (Health Professions) Course in Widnes – Riverside College Kingsway Campus

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAim Awards awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Access to HE Diploma (Health Professions) Course in Widnes. Classes run at Riverside College Kingsway Campus, full-time during the day.

The course runs over one year and is designed for adults returning to education. You study Psychology and Criminology at Level 3. The course also covers study skills, academic writing, and research methods to prepare you for university. Support with university applications is included.

You'll finish with an Access to HE Diploma (Health Professions), recognised by UK universities as a route into health-related degree programmes.

Who this course is for

The course is modular and designed for progression to university. It is designed for adult students ages 21+, who may have been out of education for some time in preparation for higher education. You will study two Level 3 subjects; Psychology and Criminology. The diploma also includes modules in study skills, academic writing, and academic research to prepare you for your degree. Preparation for university: students are offered support and guidance on university applications. There are excellent links with local universities, who value the quality of the Access provision at Riverside College. Students receive in-depth guidance from subject tutors on essay writing and research skills, together with additional support if required. A successful personal tutor programme is in place to offer support to all students and monitor progress to help students succeed on the course. Degree Progression and Career Opportunities include: Social Work, Psychology, Youth Studies, Criminology, Sociology, Law and Criminal Justice, Psychotherapist, Probation officer, Legal and Government careers.

Entry requirements

Please enquire at the college website

What you will learn

  • You'll study Psychology, covering human behaviour and mental processes.
  • You'll study Criminology, exploring crime, society, and the justice system.
  • You'll develop academic writing skills for university-level work.
  • You'll build research skills to support independent study.
  • You'll practise study skills to manage your learning effectively.
  • You'll prepare and submit a UCAS application with guidance from the college.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Riverside College Kingsway Campus. The course is modular, so you complete units across your subjects and study skills programme. Assessment is through written assignments and coursework rather than formal exams. You'll build a portfolio of work across the year that meets the requirements of the Diploma.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Riverside College Kingsway Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Nurse, working in hospitals, community settings, or specialist care.
  • Midwife, supporting women through pregnancy and childbirth.
  • Paramedic, responding to medical emergencies in the community.
  • Occupational therapist, helping people regain independence after illness or injury.
  • Radiographer, using imaging technology to support diagnosis and treatment.
  • Social worker, supporting individuals and families in difficult circumstances.

What you could study next

  • BSc Nursing (Adult, Child, Mental Health, 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 midwife.
  • BSc Paramedic Science, the degree route into ambulance service work.
  • BSc Psychology or Criminology, for those who want to continue with their Level 3 subjects at degree level.
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