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Whatever your background and however complicated and busy your life may be, there is always a way back into education.
Access to Higher Education courses are a great starting point to retrain for a new and exciting career or get the degree that you promised yourself. Access to Higher Education makes it possible.
Designed for students aged 19 and over, these courses lead to a 60 credit Level 3 Diploma and are a flexible alternative to A Levels. The qualifications are widely recognised by UK universities and earn up to 144 UCAS points.
If you are not sure that you a ready to take the step to apply for an Access to Higher Education full year programme, why not join our fully funded 12 week Pre-Access course, to brush up on your study skills and get ready to get back into education.
This course provides a recognised route to Higher Education courses for all branches of Nursing, Midwifery, Social Work, ODP and other health care programmes.
It can also provide a route to study degree courses in subjects such as Psychology and Early Childhood Studies.
Start your journey towards a career in healthcare with the Access to Higher Education Diploma in Health Professions. You will explore a range of science and health-related subjects while developing the academic, communication and research skills needed for higher education. This supportive daytime course is ideal for adults aiming to progress into nursing, midwifery, paramedicine, occupational therapy and other healthcare professions.
Take the next step towards a career in healthcare with the Access to Higher Education Diploma in Health Professions, designed to fit around your life. You will study essential health and science topics while building confidence in academic learning, research and professional practice. Delivered in the evening, the course offers a flexible route into university study and preparation for nursing, health professions and other healthcare-related degrees.
Begin your journey into healthcare with the Access to Higher Education Diploma in Health Professions, delivered at our Learning Centre in Sudbury. You will explore health science topics while developing the academic, communication and professional skills needed for higher education and healthcare practice. Designed for adults looking to progress their studies, the course provides an excellent pathway into nursing, allied health professions and other healthcare-related degrees.
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Qualification type |
Study Programme AAQ |
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Duration |
2 years |
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Study times |
You will be expected to be in college for a minimum 3 days per week. The college day will be 9:00 - 4:15. You timetable will be confirmed at induction. |
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Entry requirements |
5 GCSEs at Grade 5 or above, including Maths and English at a 4 or above |
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Campus |
West Suffolk College Sixth Form Campus, Bury St Edmunds |
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Work placements |
Yes |
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