Course details
Course description
If you have decided on a career in nursing, this course is for you. You will be interviewed jointly by lecturers from Shetland UHI and Robert Gordon University.This programme is part of the Scottish Wider Access Programme, giving routes into higher education for adult returners.This course incorporates the National Certificate in Health & Social Care (Level 6).The following subjects are covered: SVQ2 Healthcare Support (Clinical) Human Biology NPA Social Services & Healthcare First Aid Prevention of Infection Communications Numeracy ICT 1 day placement in Gilbert Bain HospitalStudents interested in working with children may study Higher Early Education and Childcare instead of Higher Sociology.
Learning outcome
Academic: You could progress to a BA in Nursing, subject to occupational health screening.Employment/Career: This qualification will help you pursue a career in social care.Former students have: Gone on to study nursing at university.
Entry requirements
4 passes at National 5, one must be an English based subject.Or, 4 Intermediate 2 passes (A - C), one must be an English based subject.Or, 1 English based Higher.Mature students will be considered without these qualifications if they can demonstrate ability to work at the required level.You will be required to provide a referee on application. All applicants will be interviewed.This is a Category 1 PVG course: PVG Scheme membership is required to successfully achieve target qualification, where there is guaranteed contact with vulnerable groups in key elements of the course. For further information visit this webpage.
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Course details
Full time
1st Aug 2024
Cost: Visit the provider's website for details.
Venue details
Shetland
West Bay
Dunoon
PA23 7HP