Health Studies/Health Science Access to Higher Education Diploma Level 3

Health Studies/Health Science Access to Higher Education Diploma Level 3 Awarding Body OCNNER Course Details The course prepares learners for the challenges and rigours of study at university by developing a wide range of relevant study skills. The Access to HE Diploma is a nationally recognised qualification and provides an entry route for adults wishing to study Higher Education. To obtain an Access to HE Diploma candidates will need to achieve 45 credits at Level 3 and 15 credits at Level 2. Subjects studied will include core units; English and Maths. Plus specialist units; Access Project, Health Promotion, Professional Practice, Human Biology, Psychology, Sociology of Health and Core Science. Pathways are matched to your intended career destination. A Course for Mature students who wish to progress to a number of degree programmes and do not have current study hours or the required qualifications. This course is not suitable for school leavers; please contact the College for other relevant courses. Entry Requirements No formal qualifications are specified, however if you wish to progress to certain degree programmes (eg midwifery) GCSE Maths and English at Grade C is required. Completion of written assessment to achieve: Level 1 Maths and Level 2 English. Informal interview is required. Basic IT skills will be an advantage. Advanced CRB check is also required prior to study of care related degree/diploma at University. Assessment Based on attendance and achievement. All study is classroom based and assessment is a mixture of scenario-based assignments, essays, presentations, projects and portfolios. Learning Outcome Successful candidates will be awarded a QAA approved Access to HE Diploma.