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Course summary
Develop the knowledge and skills needed to deliver high-quality, safe, and compassionate care with our Foundation Degree in Nursing Associate Practice. This Higher Technical Qualification is approved by the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education (IfATE) as meeting occupational standards for the healthcare sector. The nursing associate role has been developed in England to meet workforce needs, acting as a bridge between healthcare support workers and registered nurses. To study, you must work in an appropriate healthcare setting or be supported by an NHS Trust or healthcare organisation that can provide the required practice learning experience. Upon successful completion, you can register as a nursing associate with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). Key features of the course
- Enhance your employability through a professionally regulated IfATE-approved Higher Technical Qualification.
- Enables professional registration as a registered Nursing Associate on the NMC register.
- Practice-based learning – you’ll need the support of your employer, an NHS Trust or another healthcare organisation to undertake your practice placements.
- Covers all fields of nursing practice across the lifespan, including long-term conditions, mental health, children and young people, end-of-life care, learning disabilities, primary, secondary, community and acute care.
- Build a solid foundation for further study and potential progression to study to be a registered nurse.
This Higher Technical Qualification is approved against occupational standards decided by employers. Learn more about Higher Technical Qualifications.
Modules
This foundation degree has two stages, each comprising 120 credits. You’ll start Stage 1 with a 60-credit module introducing health and social care. This is followed by a 60-credit module that focuses on healthcare practice where you'll be required to complete 770 hours in practice as part of your study. In Stage 2, you’ll complete your foundation degree with a 60-credit theory module, and a 60-credit practice module where you will need to complete a further 770 hours in practice.
How to apply
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Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
There are no qualification requirements for this course.
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
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Additional fee information
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Provider information
Open University
Student Recruitment Team
PO Box 197
Milton Keynes
MK7 6BJ