This course develops the skills and knowledge to enable students to progress to university degree programmes in the health sector, or clinical roles in the NHS workforce at level 3 of the NHS career framework.
The course includes:
You will develop your skills and relate theory to practice through work experience in a healthcare setting.
We consider applications from those who do not have these qualifications.
If English is not your first language, ESOL Level 5 is an entry requirement for this course.
Education: year one of a university degree in various branches of nursing, and occupational therapy, paramedic science, and nutrition and dietetics. Previous students have progressed onto courses at University of Stirling, QMU, Edinburgh Napier, Robert Gordon University, University of the West of Scotland and Glasgow Caledonian University.
Employment: senior health care support worker in either a clinical or non-clinical setting in the NHS. Previous students have found employment within the sector with organisations including Enable and West Lothian Council.
Online link and task for selection, no requirement for face to face interview.
Decision based on entry qualifications and answer to the task.
There may be help available to assist with your study related costs. Impartial, confidential help and advice on financial matters is available from the Student Funding Team - including Bursaries, Educational Maintenance Allowance (EMA), Student Awards Agency for Scotland, Student Loans Company and student support funds. Click here to find out more
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