A summary of the course

• Change your career towards Nursing
• Fully online, distance learning
• Flexible study from home or any location you prefer
• Supportive learning with tutor assistance
• A direct route for meeting university entry specifications in Nursing
• Choose a payment plan to suit your financial requirements
• 24/7 access to interactive educational materials
• Learn in your own time, without exams and no set classes
• Detailed UCAS application support, including an academic reference
• Top rated course: 4.9/5.0 rating on Trustpilot

About Your Diploma

If pursuing a career in nursing has been your goal but you've do not have the right qualifications, or if you are considering a career change, our Access to Higher Education Diploma in Nursing at Academy Online Learning is your ideal starting point. Perfect for those looking to enter the nursing field or advance within healthcare, this course is typically completed within 8-10 months due to its flexible nature, although the course has a one-year completion timeline.

Excellent Preparation for Nursing at University

This diploma is instrumental for those planning to study Nursing at the university level. Recognised by universities throughout the UK for its comprehensive approach, it prepares you for various nursing specialisations. The course includes key topics such as Healthcare Communication, Research Skills, and Genetic Inheritance, equipping you with essential knowledge and study skills for university success. With an Individual Learning Plan, you're able to manage your assignment deadlines efficiently, ensuring continuous progress.

Getting Started with Academy Online Learning

Academy Online Learning, a leading provider in online education across the UK, offers this Level 3 diploma, regulated by the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA). Our fully online course is designed for flexibility, enabling you to balance your academic and personal life effectively.

Stay On Top of Your Learning

Control your educational journey with our flexible online course, which allows for learning without having to travel to a college or attend online classes at set times. Begin whenever suits you, advance at your pace through interactive materials, and when assistance is needed, you can rely on your personal tutor for support via phone or videoconference tutorials. All our tutors are highly qualified, experienced educators specialised in their fields.

While Maths and English qualifications are not prerequisites for the diploma, universities often require them at a minimum of Grade 4/C. These subjects can be studied alongside your diploma through our fully online Functional Skills courses (including the exams) or GCSE options.

Ensure your qualifications align with the entry requirements of your chosen university before enrolling.

For more details about careers in Nursing, click here.

We also offer extensive support with your UCAS applications, including providing an academic reference.

 

Since September 2020, nursing students are eligible for non-repayable funding support ranging from £5,000 to £8,000 per year, in addition to access to tuition and maintenance loans.

Allied health university students in the UK may be eligible for grants and other financial support through the NHS Learning Support Fund (NHS LSF):

• Training grant: £5,000 per year for new and continuing students
• Parental support payment: £2,000 per year to help with childcare costs
• Specialist subject payment: £1,000 per year for students on degrees that struggle to recruit
• Travel and accommodation costs: Help towards additional costs for clinical placements
• Exceptional hardship fund: Up to £3,000 per year for students who experience unforeseen financial hardship 
  
   

To qualify for the NHS LSF, you must:

• Be a UK resident
• Study at an English university
• Study a degree that leads to registration as a healthcare professional 
  
   

You can apply for student finance online at GOV.UK or download the application form "PN1" to apply on paper.

- Information reviewed November 2024

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