Level 3 Access to HE Diploma (Health and Social Care) Course. Study online, at your own pace, over one year. You need to be 19 or over to enrol. The course prepares you for university-level study in health and social care subjects, including nursing, midwifery, mental health, social work, and occupational therapy. You'll develop academic writing skills and the study habits universities expect. All applicants attend an interview and complete diagnostic assessments in maths and English. You're advised to check entry criteria with your chosen university before you start.
Who this course is for
adult only
Entry requirements
19+
What you will learn
You'll develop academic writing skills for degree-level study.
You'll build research and critical thinking skills.
You'll study health and social care theory and practice.
You'll learn how to structure and present arguments in written assignments.
You'll explore topics relevant to nursing, midwifery, mental health, social work, and occupational therapy.
You'll strengthen your maths and English skills alongside the main qualification.
How you will learn
You'll study online, supported by tutors throughout the course. Assessment is through written assignments and coursework rather than exams. All applicants complete diagnostic assessments in maths and English before starting, and attend an interview. The course is delivered on a blended learning basis, combining online study with tutor support.
What you will need to bring
Inspire HQ Nottingham will confirm anything you need before you start. You'll need a good standard of written English to join the course. All applicants complete an interview and diagnostic assessments in maths and English as part of enrolment.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support people in residential or home care settings.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Mental health support worker: work alongside mental health professionals.
Social care worker: support vulnerable adults or children in the community.
Nursing student: progress to a nursing degree using this qualification.
Midwifery student: use this diploma as a university entry route.
What you could study next
BSc (Hons) Nursing: the most direct next step for many learners who complete this access to HE diploma (health and social care) course. Check individual university entry requirements before you start.
BA (Hons) Social Work: a degree route for those interested in statutory or voluntary sector social work.
BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy or Midwifery: other degree programmes this level 3 access to HE diploma qualification can support entry to, subject to university criteria.
