Access To Higher Education
- Healthcare Professions/Nursing

Part Time Course code 0110

Access to HE Diploma (Health Professions) (Q002504)

This Access course is a nationally recognised qualification designed for people who wish to study a health-related degree, such as Nursing, Midwifery or Paramedic Science, but lack the traditional qualifications required for direct entry into university study. This course is suitable for students aged 19 or above.

All of our Access to Higher Education courses are accredited by Gateway.

Available dates

There are no available sessions for the remainder of this academic year.

  • Duration

    31 weeks

  • Campus

    Hemel Hempstead Campus

  • Fees

    £3,384
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  • Entry Criteria

    To join an Access to HE course, you’ll need one of the following in both English and maths:


    • GCSE grade 9–4 / A–C, Level 2 Functional Skills, or a recognised non-UK equivalent, or
    • to show through our initial assessment that you’re working at Level 2 in English and Level 1 in maths.

    All applicants will have an interview with a tutor and initial assessment. Where you already hold the qualifications above, the assessment is used to plan any extra support you may need, not to decide whether you get a place.

    If you do not meet the entry requirements for the Access to HE course, you may be eligible for the Pre-Access programme which allows students to study GCSEs in English Language and Maths/Level 2 equivalent, as well as a relevant subject qualification, preparing you for an Access to HE course.

  • What will I study?
    • Anatomy and Physiology
    • Health Psychology
    • Practical Skills for Health Professions
    • Health Promotion
    • Cells and Tissues

    Depending on your chosen pathway you will study a number of optional modules related to your desired career path.

  • Future Prospects

    Successful students who have achieved their Access qualification and relevant English and maths qualifications will be ready to progress to degree-level study on courses including;
    • Nursing
    • Midwifery
    • Physiotherapy
    • Mental Health
    • Occupational Therapy
    • Paramedic Science.

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