Mental Health Nursing (Degree Apprenticeship) at University of Greenwich

Programme overview

Our mental health nursing degree apprenticeship offers a combination of practice-based and academic learning to boost your skills and knowledge in the nursing profession. Our pre-registration Mental Health Nursing Apprenticeship Degree provides you with the knowledge, skills and confidence to work as a Registered Nurse as part of a team. You will train to work in a variety of hospital, community and primary care settings with individuals and their families affected by mental health problems.

What you will study

Nursing and Midwifery - joint second in London for student satisfaction (Complete University Guide League Tables 2025). You will be able to earn while you learn. Our apprenticeship offers a balanced combination of practice -based and academic learning to enhance and consolidate your skills and knowledge. You will have access to our state-of the-art simulation facilities and our extensive network of health and social care partners across London and the southeast.

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Application information

Entry requirements

From the start of your apprenticeship, you will need to be employed full-time (30 hours or more per week) in an appropriate healthcare setting where you can train as a Registered Nurse. If you are not already employed in a health or social care setting, you should contact NHS Trusts and other healthcare organisations in your area to check if they are recruiting nursing apprentices. Applicants will need: Mathematics and English GCSE grade A-C/9-4 or recognised equivalents; Transferable skills and readiness to study at the undergraduate level; Two years of employment in a relevant health or social care setting; You will also need at least three GCSEs at grade 4/C or above including mathematics and English or a recognised level 2 equivalent. Mature applicants without standard qualifications may still be considered if they have relevant work experience or learning. For enquiries, please contact [email protected]; Further information about entry:

Intake: September; January

Duration: 3 years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.gre.ac.uk/study/apply

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