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Level 3 Access to HE Diploma in Health Professions Course in Lincoln – Lincoln College

Cost£3,384.00
Duration36 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCAVA
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About this course

Level 3 Access to HE Diploma (Health Professions) Course in Lincoln. Classes run at Lincoln College, full-time during the day. The course runs over 36 weeks and is designed for adults returning to education who want to apply for a health or social care degree. You'll build the academic skills and subject knowledge that universities expect from applicants. Areas covered include the sciences and study skills relevant to healthcare, preparing you for degree programmes such as adult nursing, paediatric nursing, and other health professions routes. This level 3 access to HE diploma qualification is recognised by UK universities as a route into higher education.

Who this course is for

The Access to University programme (Access to HE Diploma) is an intensive course for those aged 19 and over, especially for people who are returning to education. It is specifically geared towards a graduate career, and prepares students to study at university level towards future employment in a range of healthcare-related careers. The course aims to help students acquire the skills and knowledge needed to apply for various health / social care degrees, such as Adult Nursing, Paediatric Nursing, Mental Health Nursing, Midwifery, Paramedic Science or Health and Social Care. Completion of the Access to HP course allows students to gain direct entry to their chosen degree; successful students are able to gain places at UK-wide universities as well as with local providers the University of Lincoln and Bishop Grosseteste University.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop academic writing and research skills needed for university study.
  • You'll study subjects relevant to health and social care, such as biology, psychology, and sociology.
  • You'll learn how to critically analyse information and construct evidence-based arguments.
  • You'll build knowledge of healthcare systems and professional practice.
  • You'll practise referencing, essay writing, and presenting ideas at degree level.
  • You'll gain the subject knowledge required for health-related degree applications.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Lincoln College, combining taught lessons with independent study. Assessment is through a combination of assignments, essays, and coursework completed throughout the 36 weeks. There are no formal written exams in the traditional sense; your work is assessed continuously across the units that make up the Diploma.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Lincoln College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Adult nurse: registered nurse working in hospitals or community settings.
  • Paediatric nurse: specialist nurse caring for children and young people.
  • Midwife: supporting women through pregnancy, birth, and postnatal care.
  • Occupational therapist: helping people regain independence after illness or injury.
  • Radiographer: using imaging technology to diagnose and treat conditions.
  • Social worker: supporting vulnerable adults and families in the community.
  • Paramedic: providing emergency pre-hospital care and treatment.

What you could study next

This level 3 access to HE diploma (health professions) qualification is recognised by UK universities as an entry route onto degree programmes. You could go on to study:

  • BSc Adult Nursing or BSc Children's Nursing
  • BSc Midwifery
  • BSc Occupational Therapy or Physiotherapy
  • BSc Paramedic Science
  • BSc Social Work

University entry requirements vary, so check with individual institutions about the grades and units they expect from your Access to HE Diploma.

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