FdSc Nursing Associate at Liverpool John Moores University

Programme overview

Do you aspire to work in the nursing profession, but don't currently have the A Level or BTEC qualifications to apply? Liverpool John Moores' new Nursing Associate foundation degree could be the ideal way for you to start your journey to becoming a registered healthcare professional. When you successfully complete this two-year foundation degree, you will be eligible to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) as a nursing associate.

Faculty: Faculty of Health, Innovation, Technology and Science | Department: School of Nursing, Public and Allied Health | Duration: 2 years | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September (2027/28 entry) | Location: Liverpool, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules: The Nursing Associate as a Professional, Introduction to the Provision and Monitoring of Effective Care, Promoting Health and Preventing Ill Health, Principles of Law and Ethics for Nursing Associate Practice, Establishing Effective Communication, Principles of Nursing Associate Practice. Year 2 core modules: Improving Safety and Quality of Care, Developing Provision and Monitoring of Effective Care, Evidence based practice and Preventing Ill Health, Complex Care and the Role of the Nursing Associate, Effective Interdisciplinary Team Working, Developing Nursing Associate Practice.

Career pathways

Successful completion of the programme will allow you to apply for registration as a nursing associate with the Nursing and Midwifery Council. This can lead to careers in the NHS, private sector and voluntary sector.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A levels: A minimum of 32 UCAS points which can be achieved through A level or BTEC National Extended Diploma. A minimum of two GCSE's which must include Maths and English at grade C or above OR level 2 Equivalency in Numeracy and Literacy. Additional requirements: Assessment required; All applicants will be sent an admissions assessment. Once this assessment is completed your application will be reviewed by the admissions team. In certain cases you may also be required to attend an interview.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Full-time per year Source

International applicants: GBP 19,000 a year (2027/28). Full-time per year Source

Intake: September (2027/28 entry)

Duration: 2 years

Apply through the official page: https://digital.ucas.com/coursedisplay/courses/ec29b6cb-2263-4930-aead-918e8a6cb583?academicYearId=2027

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