The Access to HE Diploma (Health Sciences Professions) aims to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of health, biology, psychology and sociology, health professional practices and related fields. This is an online programme that will require you to be self directed with your study.
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Overview
This course is designed to prepare students for Higher Education looking at entering careers in health, health sciences and related sectors. Students will acquire key knowledge, subject-specific skills, and transferable skills essential for success in these areas. The precise knowledge and skills will be dependent upon the units taken. -
Who is this course for?
This diploma is the ideal choice for learners who are interested in a career in the health sciences, a rewarding profession that gives you the chance to promote good health and improve the wellbeing of others. -
Entry Requirements
You must be 19 years of age by 31 August in the year the course starts.
It is essential that you will have attained GCSE in English and maths or Functional skills Level 2, prior to entry on the Access course as these subjects are often required for degree-level courses. If necessary, you may be able to study one GCSE or a level 2 qualification alongside your diploma.
Some universities will accept an alternative to GCSE (you must check this with your choices). Professional qualifications will also be considered. Students who do not meet the requirements for the Level 3 Access courses can be enrolled on our one year Level 2 certificate in preparation for progression onto the Level 3 access course
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Assessment Types
Assessment will take place throughout the online course. There are no end of year controlled assessments -
Units/Modules
Learners studying this diploma will have the opportunity to expand their knowledge and practical skills through a range of subject areas. -
Benefits/Skills
You will develop the academic skills, knowledge and understanding to enable you to progress to university and pursue a professional career of your choice. -
Careers/Progression
The following progression routes are appropriate choices for students who achieve the Access to HE Diploma (Health Science Professions), subject to the course entry requirements and application process.
- Any nursing pathway (adult, paediatric, mental health etc)
- Midwifery courses
- Paramedic science
- Biology, chemistry or health science
- Psychology, child development
- Other careers allied to health (e.g. podiatry)
- General health qualifications (e.g. Health and Social Care, Health Science).