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Nursing Associate, FdSc - Higher Apprenticeship at University of Lancashire

University of Lancashire, United Kingdom

Programme overview

The FdSc Nursing Associate Higher Apprenticeship is validated by the NMC and prepares learners to provide hands-on, compassionate care under the direction of a registered nurse. It can be studied at Preston, Burnley or Westlakes and includes two external placements.

Faculty: School of Nursing and Midwifery  |  Department: Nursing  |  Duration: 2 years  |  Intake: September 2026; March 2027; September 2027; March 2028  |  Study mode: degree apprenticeship  |  Location: Preston, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Beginning my Journey as a Nursing Associate, Public Health and Wellbeing, The Human Blueprint, From Symptoms to Solutions, Influence and Impact, Fulfilling your Potential as a Nursing Associate and Developing Nursing Associate Practice.

Career pathways

Completion makes graduates eligible to apply for initial registration as a nursing associate with the NMC.

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Application information

Entry requirements

48 UCAS points; GCSE grade 4/C or above in English and Maths or equivalent; certificated evidence of 12 years of general education; successful performance at a values-based selection event. Non-standard qualifications considered individually, with a possible Recognition of Prior Learning claim. Enhanced DBS check required. English: IELTS 6.0 with no component below 5.5.

Intake: September 2026; March 2027; September 2027; March 2028

Duration: 2 years

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