Our Access to HE Diploma (Nursing & Midwifery) gives you the opportunity to apply for a degree in Nursing and Midwifery, Adult Nursing, Nursing (Children and Young People), Paramedic Science, Mental Health Nursing or Occupational Therapy. This can lead to a career working in the NHS, independent practice, the community, research, or education.
Yes. An Access to HE Diploma carries up to 144 UCAS tariff points depending upon grades achieved.
The Diploma is made up of 45 graded credits and 15 ungraded credits. 144 points equates to 45 Distinctions in the Diploma. At A level, 144 points equals 3 grade A’s. You can calculate UCAS Tariff Points for different Grades using the Tariff Calculator
London College of Professional Studies provides various flexible delivery methods to its learners. This includes blended learning, online learning, distance learning
Access to Higher Education Diploma (Nursing and Midwifery) is available in 2 duration:
Access to Higher Education Diploma (Nursing and Midwifery) is accredited by Ascentis awarding body regulated by Ofqual, CCEA & QW and licensed by the QAAATHE
Successful candidates will be awarded a nationally recognised Access to HE Diploma awarded by Ascentis. The diploma is approved by the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA) and is accepted for entry to a wide range of universities and higher education institutions.
| Mode of Study: (Online) | |
|---|---|
| Option 1: Full Payment | |
| Fee | £1400 |
Option 2: Installments | |
| Installments | £300 Deposit, 7 monthly instalment £164 (For UK Companies we charge 20% VAT) |
In order to meet the completion requirements for the Access to HE Diploma (Nursing and Midwifery) the learner must achieve a total of 60 credits.
45 credits must be achieved at Level 3
15 credits must be achieved from ungraded units at either Level 2 or Level 3
A minimum of 6 credits of research must be successfully completed in at least one subject set A minimum of 2 subject sets must be completed with 12 credits minimum in each subject set A minimum of 2 Core Unit Assessments must be successfully completed within the minimum 2 subject sets
| Key Subject Sets required: 1 | |
| Biology | Human Physiology |
| Optional Subject Sets | |
| Professional Healthcare Practice | Social Issues in Healthcare |
| Chemistry | Health Studies |
| Mathematics | Counselling |
| Psychology | English Language and Literature |
| Practical Scientific Project | Statistical and Mathematical Methods |
| Healthcare Professionals | Sociology |
| Ungraded required 15 credit | |
| Academic Ungraded Units | Study Skills |
| Barred Combinations | |
| Biology may not be taken with | Human Physiology |
To become a nurse or midwife, you need to have a degree, which you can earn after studying an Access to Nursing & Midwifery course. Learners should be aware that entry requirements vary for nursing and midwifery courses, but as a minimum, you should have the following:
The qualification will be assessed using a range of methods. This could include a portfolio of evidence, written assignments, or a task.
An Access to HE Diploma in Nursing & Midwifery is designed to provide individuals with the necessary knowledge and skills to progress to a degree program in nursing or midwifery. Successful completion of this diploma can lead to several potential outcomes:
Overall, an Access to HE Diploma in Nursing & Midwifery provides a solid foundation for individuals to enter the field of nursing or midwifery and offers a range of opportunities for professional growth and development within the healthcare sector.
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