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Level 5 HND Healthcare Professions Support Course in Nottingham – Nottingham College City Hub

Cost£8,250.00
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 5
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Level 5 BTEC Higher National Diploma in Healthcare Professions' Support for England Course in Nottingham. Classes run at Nottingham College City Hub, full-time during the day. This two-year course combines academic study with work-based experience to build a thorough understanding of the healthcare environment. You'll develop transferable skills that apply across a wide range of healthcare roles. Entry requires a minimum of 48 UCAS points, typically from science-based A Levels, a BTEC Diploma or Extended Diploma, an Access to HE Diploma, T Levels, or an International Baccalaureate.

Who this course is for

This new Level 5 HND Top-up course is ideal if you're looking for a career in the healthcare sector or to enhance your existing career options. It provides an understanding of the healthcare environment, using work-based experience and academic study.

You'll gain valuable transferable skills that can be applied across a range of healthcare careers. Applicants will already hold (or be expected to achieve) a full Level 4 in a related subject area.

Equivalent to the second year of a university degree, this Level 5 top-up course is designed to highlight practical skills development, alongside knowledge and understanding of health and social care in the UK. You’ll develop skills, knowledge, and experience to prepare you for further study or training in healthcare-related fields.

The Higher National Diploma is designed to support progression into relevant occupational areas or provide the opportunity to study at Level 6.

The HND is widely recognised both in the UK and abroad. The course has been designed to emphasise practical skills development, alongside knowledge and understanding of health and social care in the UK relevant to healthcare overseas.

Facilities

This course is based at our new £58 million City Hub campus, close to Nottingham train station and featuring state-of-the-art facilities, science laboratories, restaurant, café and performing arts venue. Specialist healthcare facilities include a simulated hospital ward, providing students with a realistic learning environment that mirrors a hospital environment. Lecturers bring a wealth of practical experience as healthcare professionals.

Nottingham College is proud to have been awarded the Teaching Excellence Framework Bronze Award for high quality student experience and outcomes.

Entry requirements

You’ll need a minimum of 48 UCAS points from:

At least two A Levels at A2 in science-based subjects BTEC Diploma or Extended Diploma International Baccalaureate Access to HE Diploma T levels

Other combinations of qualifications and experience will also be considered, as will Level 3 qualifications not currently listed on the UCAS tariff.

Mature applicants not meeting the standard entry criteria but with relevant industry or life experience are very welcome to apply.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop knowledge of how healthcare services are organised and delivered in England.
  • You'll study the professional and ethical frameworks that guide healthcare practice.
  • You'll build skills in supporting healthcare professionals across clinical and care settings.
  • You'll apply academic learning through work-based experience in a healthcare environment.
  • You'll develop transferable skills in communication, critical thinking, and professional practice.
  • You'll gain an understanding of health policy, patient safety, and quality improvement.

How you will learn

Learning is classroom based, full-time during the day at Nottingham College City Hub. You'll study through a mix of taught sessions and work-based experience. Assessment on a Pearson Edexcel BTEC Higher National Diploma typically includes assignments, projects, and portfolio evidence rather than traditional exams. The provider will confirm the specific assessment methods for each unit before you start.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Nottingham College City Hub will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Healthcare support worker: assisting clinical teams in NHS or private settings.
  • Assistant practitioner: supporting registered professionals in diagnostic or therapy roles.
  • Senior care coordinator: overseeing care delivery across a service or team.
  • Health services administrator: managing patient records, scheduling, and service operations.
  • Rehabilitation support worker: helping patients recover in hospital or community settings.
  • Mental health support worker: providing day-to-day support under clinical supervision.

What you could study next

  • BSc (Hons) in a health-related subject: this Level 5 qualification is equivalent to the first two years of a degree, so you may be able to top up to a full honours degree in one further year at university.
  • Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship in Healthcare: combines work and study toward a full degree, relevant if you're already employed in the sector.
  • Registered nursing or allied health professional training: for those aiming toward a regulated clinical role.
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