Access To Higher Education: Nursing (Full Time)

• GCSEs A*-C (4-9) in English and Maths

Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive a Access To Higher Education Diploma Health and Social Care (Open Awards)

• Introduction to human cell biology
• Preparing to progress
• Introduction to Health and Social Care
• Developing your research skills
• Writing for academic purposes
• Aspects of human physiology
• Anatomy and physiology
• Tissue types
• Human reproduction and inheritance
• Infectious diseases
• Genetics
• Health and Social Care provision
• Research project
• Care and the older person
• Understanding abuse

You will also study a range of skills to prepare you for Higher Education. 

If you don't have any work experience in a care setting, this is something that you ought to consider before starting the course so that you have an understanding of working in the field. This will prepare you for writing a personal statement for University.

• Coursework

Our Access To Higher Education courses are accredited by Ascentis.

If you successfully complete a Level 3 course at West Lancashire College, you are eligible to apply for a place on an appropriate degree programme. This will be subject to a satisfactory interview. 

The expectation is and the emphasis of the course is that you will be both applying and progressing onto a degree course at a range of Higher Education Institutions e.g. University of Central Lancashire and Edge Hill University.

If you are aged 19-23 and studying your first full Level 3 course, this course could be free for you. Please call 01695 52300 or email enquiries@westlancs.ac.uk to confirm the fee for this course. Course costs may be subject to change. 

If you are aged 19 and over, studying your second or subsequent Level 3 free, or discounts fees are not available, please call Student Services on 01695 52300 for information on Advanced Learning Loans.

Alternatively, you can view the Government Advanced Learning Loans page to find out more.

If you need information on any financial support that may be available to you with fees or study costs on this course, please contact Student Services who can offer advice and assistance on accessing any financial support that may be available.

*19-23 year olds may be entitled to a 100% fee discount, subject to eligibility.

Adult Funding Changes

Due to changes in Government funding from 1st August 2019, students who resident in some postcodes in Merseyside and Greater Manchester may be unable to access funding from training providers and colleges in Lancashire and may have to pay all associated course and support costs.

Please note, this does not include courses that are paid for by Advanced Learner Loans.

To check if your postcode is part of the new devolved funding legislation, please contact Course Enquiries on 01695 52300 for further advice.