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Access to HE Diploma (Healthcare Professions) - Level 3 - Dartford

North Kent Colleges Group

Oakfield Lane, DARTFORD, DA1 2JT

National Diploma (BTEC)
Level 3
Health, Public Services and Care

Available start dates

Available start dates

Monday, 06 September 2027
NKC Dartford College
1 Year(s)
Full time
Not applicable

Application Instructions

Applications Open -

Applications Close - 13th August 2027 for application forms - please visit www.northkent.ac.uk if applying after this date for GCSE Open Events and Open Enrolment Dates.

How to Apply - Apply through KentChoices

PLEASE NOTE - Popular courses can fill up quickly so apply early to avoid disappointment

Course Summary

The Access to Nursing and Healthcare Professions course is a one year course for students over 19 without the standard qualifications to enter higher education.

Course Details

The course comprises of Level 3 units (A level equivalent) in Health Studies, Psychology and Biology. Students without GCSE Maths and/or English language at C or above can study GCSE Maths and GCSE English language while studying the Access to HE course at no additional cost. As many degree courses related to nursing require relevant work experience, students are encouraged to undertake paid or voluntary work experience in a care setting while studying the Access to HE course.

How will it be delivered and assessed?

Various including assignments, examinations and research projects.

Entry requirements

You must be 19 or over.

Applicants are assessed in Maths and English before interview.

Your next steps...

Higher Education - Degree courses in all aspects of nursing including adult nursing, mental health nursing, children’s nursing, midwifery, paramedic science, radiography, public health & health studies.

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