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FdSc Nursing Associate (Nursing Associate (NMC 2018) degree apprenticeship) at University of the West of England, Bristol

University of the West of England, Bristol, United Kingdom

Programme overview

A two-year day-release Nursing Associate degree apprenticeship leading to an FdSc Nursing Associate (Level 5) and eligibility to register with the NMC as a nursing associate. Placements and supervisors are managed by the employer.

Faculty: School of Health and Social Wellbeing  |  Duration: Typically two years  |  Intake: October and April  |  Study mode: Day release; October and April intakes; degree apprenticeship  |  Location: Bristol, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year one: Improving Safety and Quality, Applied Anatomy and Physiology for Clinical Practice, Communication and Relationship Management Skills, The Accountable Professional in Clinical Practice 1, Provide and Monitor Care. Year two: Contributing to Integrated Care, The Accountable Professional in Clinical Practice 2, Promoting Health and Preventing Ill Health, Working in Teams, Pharmacology and Medicines Management, with a learning portfolio.

Career pathways

Graduates are eligible to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council as a nursing associate.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical offer 32 UCAS tariff points (NVQ Level 3 also accepted), no specific subjects required. GCSE grade C/4 or above in English and Mathematics or equivalent (Functional Skills Level 2 accepted). Higher-level qualifications may be considered instead of tariff points; applicants with considerable relevant work experience are considered individually. Enhanced DBS check and health check (Occupational Health clearance shared by the employer) required. Applicants attend an interview. Applicants must be employed in a role relevant to the apprenticeship, complete at least six hours per week of off-the-job learning within contracted hours with employer support, be aged 16 or over, have the right to work in the UK, be paid at least the apprentice minimum wage and be supported by their employer, who funds the apprenticeship.

Intake: October and April intakes

Duration: Typically two years

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