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Level 3 Access to HE Diploma (Nursing and Midwifery) Course in Manchester

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Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAscentis awarding body

Free if you're 19 to 23 and this is your first full Level 3. Fees apply if you're not eligible. Advanced Learner Loan available. Contact GC Education and Skills for more info.

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About this course

Access to HE Diploma (Nursing and Midwifery) Course in Manchester. Classes run at GC Education and Skills Trafford Park, full-time during the day. If you're aged 19 to 23, you may be eligible for full funding. If you're 24 or over, fees may apply, though an Advanced Learner Loan is available.

The course runs for one year and covers the science and theory behind nursing and midwifery. You'll study cell biology, human physiology, mental health, human reproduction, infectious diseases, and biomolecules. You'll also develop academic writing, research, ethics, and safeguarding skills. Universities across the UK recognise this Ascentis qualification as a route into nursing and midwifery degrees.

You'll finish with a Level 3 Access to HE Diploma (Nursing and Midwifery).

Who this course is for

This course is ideal for adults aged 19+ who would like to apply to university to pursue a career in nursing or midwifery.

Entry requirements

Applicants must be aged 19 or over. We would usually expect adult learners to have maths and English at Level 1 or an equivalent qualification; however, we also welcome applications from individuals with overseas qualifications and/or relevant life experience.

What you will learn

  • You'll study the fundamentals of cell biology and human physiology.
  • You'll explore mental health, human reproduction, and infectious diseases.
  • You'll learn about biomolecules and their role in the body.
  • You'll develop academic writing and research skills for university study.
  • You'll cover ethics and safeguarding in health and social care.
  • You'll examine social and community welfare provision.
  • You'll practise effective communication in healthcare contexts.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at GC Education and Skills Trafford Park. The course uses a mix of taught lessons, group work, and written assignments. Assessment is through coursework and a research project rather than formal exams. You'll build the academic skills universities expect before you arrive.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. GC Education and Skills Trafford Park will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Registered Nurse, working in NHS hospitals, community settings, or private care.
  • Midwife, supporting women through pregnancy, labour, and postnatal care.
  • Nursing associate, a stepping-stone role while completing a nursing degree.
  • Healthcare assistant, supporting clinical teams in hospitals or GP surgeries.

What you could study next

  • BSc (Hons) Nursing, the degree required to register as a nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council.
  • BSc (Hons) Midwifery, the degree required to practise as a registered midwife.
  • BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care, a broader option if your interests extend beyond nursing.
  • Foundation Year in Health Sciences, offered by some universities as an additional bridge into degree-level study.
Apply on gceducationandskills.ac.uk →Check if you're eligible
Apply now →Check if you're eligible

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