Begin your journey to become a Nurse at Riverside College:
- Flexible ONLINE learning with the added security of face-to-face induction and weekly support sessions when needed or CLASSROOM based face to face learning.
Change your career and become a Nurse - A qualification which is equivalent to 3 A-Levels for entry to university
- Nursing Access course assessed through end-of-unit assignments with no exams!
A Riverside College you will benefit from:
- Ofsted Outstanding Access teaching and support teams
- Dedicated specialist Access teachers with over 10 years' experience in successfully supporting adults to progress onto degrees
- The option to study for FREE, saving up to £9,000 in fees AND you won’t use up any of your Student Loans allowance. See the ADVANCED LEARNER LOAN for more details.
Start Date / Induction: September | 1 Year Online Course - Flexible study in the comfort of your own home
You will need to travel to college for the induction sessions at the start of the course and also any drop-in progress/support meetings throughout the course. They are NOT fully distance learning courses.
Course Content:
During your yearlong course, you will study a range of topics, including:- Human Body – Discover facts about the human body, from the way we reproduce to how our organs function and the way our cells grow and divide
- History of the NHS – Understand the NHS’s founding principles and how it has been shaped over time
- Roles and Responsibilities of a Nurse – Learn about the purpose and function of the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), as well as the multidisciplinary approach to healthcare
Entry Requirements
- You will need GCSE English at Grade A-C (9-4) or equivalent (Level 2 Functional Skills) and GCSE Maths at Grade A-C (9-4) or equivalent (Level 2 Functional Skills) - you will need to provide us with written evidence from your chosen Universities that they will accept Functional Skills for your year of entry to University
- Some Universities will only accept GCSEs to meet entry requirements. They will also require you to have additional GCSEs at Grade A-C (4-9) for some courses, including a science for some pathways
- As the course is fully online you must have strong ICT skills to enable you to cope with the demands of the course
- You will also need to have your own laptop
University Entry Criteria: Each university will set its own admission criteria. You will need to check the entry requirements of your chosen university and course. The specialist Access tutors alongside the ACE/ Careers team at Riverside College can support you with your application to university. You are likely to require:
- A certain number of credits passed with a merit or a distinction grade* (see the Modules tab for the individual modules included in this course)
- GCSE Grade C/4 or above in Maths and English alongside literacy and numeracy assessments provided by the university
- A face-to-face interview at the university
- Course-related work placements or work experience
Course Fees:
Fee: £3,384
You can apply for an ADVANCED LEARNER LOAN; the Loan eligibility does not depend on your income and there are no credit checks. The loan will cover the full cost of your Access Course, this will be written off when you complete your degree – saving you up to £9,000 in fees and not using any of your Student Loans allowance.Assessments:
There are no exams on the Access to HE course, you will be assessed via academic reports, essays, case study analysis, illustrated mind map, illustrated report, worksheet, journal article, portfolio, academic poster, presentation (video and audio recording), revision guide, series of questions, academic writing skills tasks.Why choose Riverside College:
- Flexible online learning for your Access to Higher Education qualifications with the support of weekly face-to-face drop-in support sessions when and if needed*
- Initial face-to-face induction to fully prepare you for your studies
- Up to six hours per week of drop-in support sessions with tutors when needed (Daytime and Evening sessions available)
- Interactive online sessions (Assessed and marked online).
- Access college facilities including the Learning Resource Centre, Study Rooms with PCs and printing, UCAS support, and bursaries
- Streamline your qualification to fit into your spare time giving you the option to complete the Access to Higher Education faster.
- Social groups offering tutor and peer support and encouragement.
- Ofsted Outstanding Access teaching and support teams
- Dedicated specialist Access teachers with over 10 years' experience in successfully supporting adults to progress onto degrees
- Study for FREE**, saving up to £9,000 in fees AND you won’t use up any of your Student Loans allowance
Career
By completing an Access to Higher Education Diploma (Nursing) and a subsequent nursing degree, you will open yourself up to an array of career prospects.
With Nurses being required to facilitate treatments in almost every health service, there is almost no end to the type of Nurse you can become. If you’re passionate about caring for children, working with the elderly, or helping people requiring emergency care, you can find a specialism to suit your interest. These roles include:
- Pediatric Nurse
- Neonatal Nurse
- Adult Nurse
- Geriatric Nurse
- Nursing Home Nurse
- Community Nurse
- Theatre Nurse
- ICU Nurse
- Critical Care Nurse
- Cardiology Nurse
- Respiratory Nurse
- Mental Health Nurse
- Special Educational Needs Disability Nurse
Start Date: September at Riverside College, Widnes | 1 Year Course, 2 Days Per Week
Course Content: During your yearlong course, you will study a range of topics, including:
- Human Body – Discover facts about the human body, from the way we reproduce to how our organs function and the way our cells grow and divide
- History of the NHS – Understand the NHS’s founding principles and how it has been shaped over time
- Roles and Responsibilities of a Nurse – Learn about the purpose and function of the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), as well as the multidisciplinary approach to healthcare
To prepare you for your university course you will also complete modules that focus on giving you the essential study skills required. For all of the modules included in this course see the ‘Modules’ tab.
Entry Requirements
- You will need GCSE English at Grade A-C (9-4) or equivalent (Level 2 Functional Skills) and GCSE Maths at Grade A-C (9-4) or equivalent (Level 2 Functional Skills) - you will need to provide us with written evidence from your chosen Universities that they will accept Functional Skills for your year of entry to University
- Some Universities will only accept GCSEs to meet entry requirements. They will also require you to have additional GCSEs at Grade A-C (4-9) for some courses, including a science for some pathways
- It would be an advantage to have good ICT skills and your own laptop
University Entry Criteria: Each university will set its own admission criteria. You will need to check the entry requirements of your chosen university and course. The specialist Access tutors alongside the ACE/Careers team at Riverside College can support you with your application to university. You are likely to require:
- A certain number of credits passed with a merit or a distinction grade* (see the Modules tab for the individual modules included in this course)
- GCSE Grade C/4 or above in Maths and English alongside literacy and numeracy assessments provided by the university
- A face-to-face interview at the university
- Course-related work placements or work experience
*You must check that your Access to HE Diploma will be accepted as part of these entry requirements for your chosen degree.
Course Fees:
Fee: £3,384
You can apply for an ADVANCED LEARNER LOAN; the Loan eligibility does not depend on your income and there are no credit checks. The loan will cover the full cost of your Access Course, this will be written off when you complete your degree – saving you up to £9,000 in fees and not using any of your Student Loans allowance.
Full time students can apply for a college bursary, childcare support and a college bus pass. Click here for more information.
Assessments:
There are no exams on the Access to HE course, you will be assessed via academic reports, essays, case study analysis, illustrated mind map, illustrated report, worksheet, journal article, portfolio, academic poster, presentation (video and audio recording), revision guide, series of questions, academic writing skills tasks. Please note, we also offer this Access to Higher Education Online.
Why Choose Riverside College:
- Ofsted Outstanding Access teaching and support teams
- Dedicated specialist Access teachers with over 10 years' experience in successfully supporting adults to progress onto degrees
- The option to study for FREE, saving up to £9,000 in fees AND you won’t use up any of your Student Loans allowance. See the ADVANCED LEARNER LOAN for more details.
Career
By completing an Access to Higher Education Diploma (Nursing) and a subsequent nursing degree, you will open yourself up to an array of career prospects.
With Nurses being required to facilitate treatments in almost every health service, there is almost no end to the type of Nurse you can become. If you’re passionate about caring for children, working with the elderly, or helping people requiring emergency care, you can find a specialism to suit your interest. These roles include:
- Pediatric Nurse
- Neonatal Nurse
- Adult Nurse
- Geriatric Nurse
- Nursing Home Nurse
- Community Nurse
- Theatre Nurse
- ICU Nurse
- Critical Care Nurse
- Cardiology Nurse
- Respiratory Nurse
- Mental Health Nurse
- Special Educational Needs Disability Nurse
Unit 1: Academic Writing Skills
On completion of this unit you will:- Be able to write with relevance in responding to an academic task
- Know how to interpret and discuss ideas and issues in responding to a set, academic writing task
- Be able to summarise for academic purposes, selecting key points, information or central ideas
Unit 2: Preparing a Written Assignment
On completion of this unit you will:- Understand how to use key information sources
- Understand why sources are acknowledged and referenced
- Understand a range of reading strategies
- Understand note-making methods
- Understand how to plan draft and produce a written assignment
Unit 3: Health and Well-being
On completion of this unit you will:- Understand the relationship between resilience and mental well-being
- Understand the expression of feelings and emotions and how these could be managed
- Understand how mental well-being can be supported and managed
Unit 4: Cell Biology
On completion of this unit you will:- Understand the structure and organisation of cells
- Understand cellular metabolism
- Understand how cells grow and divide
Unit 5: The History of the National Health Service
On completion of this unit you will:- Understand the background to and the founding principles of the National Health Service
- Understand how political reforms have shaped the National Health Service
Unit 6: Human Nutrition & The Digestive System
On completion of this unit you will:- Understand the structure and functions of the organs of the digestive system
- Understand nutrients and their sources
- Understand the components of a healthy diet and the consequences of an unhealthy diet
Unit 7: The Roles & Responsibilities of the Registered Nurse
On completion of this unit you will:- Understand the changes to the roles and responsibilities of the nurse
- Understand the role of the Nursing and Midwifery Council
- Understand the multidisciplinary approach to healthcare
Unit 8: Introduction to Psychology
On completion of this unit you will:- Understand the importance of research in psychology
- Understand the main approaches in psychology
- Understand ethical issues in psychological research
Unit 9: The Human Endocrine & Nervous System
On completion of this unit you will:- Understand the anatomy, organisation and function of the nervous system
- Understand how the endocrine system co-ordinates body functions
- Understand the role of the nervous and endocrine systems homeostasis
Unit 10: Social Factors in Health and Social Care
On completion of this unit you will:- Understand sociological factors influencing the relationships between patients and health professionals
- Understand the role of social motivational factors in health and ill health
- Understand the significance of social support networks in healthcare and maintenance
Unit 11: Understanding Dementia
On completion of this unit you will:- Understand dementia
- Understand types of dementia
- Understand the medical and social models of dementia
- Understand an individual’s experience of dementia
Unit 12: The Human Muscular and Skeletal System
On completion of this unit you will:- Understand the anatomy, organisation, and function of the muscular system
- Understand the anatomy, organisation, and function of the skeletal system
- Understand how the muscular system and skeletal system interact in locomotion
Unit 13: Classification and Use of Social Drugs and Medicines
On completion of this unit you will:- Understand why different types of social drugs are used
- Understand the classification of medicines and controlled drugs
- Understand the impact of the use of social drugs and medicines on the individual and society
Unit 14: Mental Health and Illness
On completion of this unit you will:- Understand the difficulties in defining normality and abnormality
- Understand a psychological disorder
- Understand treatments used to treat people with psychological disorders
Unit 15: Human Immunity
On completion of this unit you will:- Understand non-specific defences against disease
- Understand specific immunity
- Understand the biology of vaccination
Unit 16: Understanding Poverty
On completion of this unit you will:- Understand definitions of poverty
- Understand ways of measuring poverty
- Understand the extent of poverty in contemporary Britain
- Understand explanations of poverty
Unit 17: Health Promotion
On completion of this unit you will:- Understand individual societal health promotion
- Organise and plan a health promotion activity
Unit 18: Human Disease & Prevention
On completion of this unit you will:- Understand the categories and causes of disease
- Understand the epidemiology of diseases
- Understand preventative measures for a chosen disease or condition
Unit 19: Equality and Diversity within Healthcare
On completion of this unit you will:- Understand equality and diversity within healthcare
- Understand the rights of the individual in a healthcare setting
- Understand the impact of equality and diversity legislation on healthcare provision
Course Features
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- Duration 10 weeks
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