FdSc Nursing Associate (Apprenticeship) at Buckinghamshire New University

Programme overview

The Nursing Associate programme is suitable for the development of existing healthcare support workers, who have demonstrated the capabilities and commitment to develop towards a nursing role. As the apprentices study flexibly alongside work, they will put their newly acquired knowledge and skills into practice immediately, and become a key part of the multi-disciplinary workforce that is needed to respond to the future healthcare needs of the public and patients. The Nursing Associate Apprenticeship is a two-year programme which aims to provide experience in alternative settings to gain wider practice experience through facilitated work-based learning and assessment.

What you will study

Buckinghamshire New University’s blended learning model is designed to be flexible around the needs of apprentices and work load. This includes online, face-to-face and self directed learning which learners have fed back providers greatest flexibility around work, caregiving and other life commitments. Modules include Applied Anatomy, Physiology and Fundamental Skills for Nursing Associates, Developing Professional Practice as a Nursing Associate, Planning and Delivery of Person-centred Care, Beginning Clinical Practice as a Nursing Associate, Developing Skills for Holistic Care, Health Promotion and Preventing Ill Health, Shaping Quality Care: Leadership and Evidence-Based Practice, Developing Competence in Clinical Practice as a Nursing Associate.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Academic Qualifications: Successful interview Any level 2 qualification (GCSE or vocational) Care Certificate (if not evidenced, must be completed during core programme) Maths & English Requirements: For learners aged 19 and above: The requirement forLevel 2 Maths and English is under review, pending confirmation from NMC and the programme academic team. For learners aged 18: Evidence of Level 2 Maths & English is required through GCSE grade C/4 orabove, or equivalent qualifications such as Functional Skills, Key Skills, or Level 2 Numeracy & Literacy. If this cannot be evidenced before the programme starts, it must be achieved within the first year. Initial Assessment: All candidates will undergo an initial assessment through BKSB and a proficiency evaluation in literacy and numeracy during the application process. Additional Requirements: A current enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Occupational Health (OH) clearance A record of any previous fitness to practise concerns. Apprentices must be employed in a related role, have the right to live and work in the UK and meet government apprenticeship funding rules (including at least 3 years UK residence).

Intake: January/Autumn

Duration: 24 months

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