22Nov
Undergraduate This course is not accepting applications for deferred entry.
Anglia Ruskin University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
Take the first step towards a fulfilling career as a Nursing Associate with our NMC-validated foundation degree. Nursing associates bridge the gap between healthcare assistants and registered nurses. They play an important role in delivering person-centred care in hospitals and out in the community. By studying at ARU in Cambridge or Chelmsford, you’ll learn a range of practical skills, and what it takes to be a competent, safe nursing associate. Placements give you the opportunity to build your knowledge and skills, deliver care to a range of patients, and become an integral part of the nursing community. When you graduate, you’ll be ready to start work as a registered nursing associate. Why ARU?
- Get a £1,000 payment from Health Education England in Year 2.
- Gain hands-on experience through placements.
- Study in skills labs with cutting-edge technology for immersive learning.
- Register as a Nursing Associate with the NMC when you graduate.
Modules
Year 1: Foundations of Communication and Professionalism Fundamental Nursing Skills and Procedures Applied Health Science Across the Lifespan Epidemiology, Inequalities and Health Promotion Across the Lifespan Contemporary Nursing Associate Practice 1 Into ARU Year 2: Supporting Learning and Professional Development Enhancing Integrated Care in Interprofessional Settings for Nursing Associates Supporting a Patient Safety Culture Developing Communication and Professionalism for Nursing Associate Practice Contemporary Nursing Associate Practice 2
Assessment method
Our course starts by looking at the fundamental aspects of person-centred care. We'll also explore the NMC Code to understand what’s expected of a Nursing Associate. You’ll get the chance to put your newfound knowledge to the test on a series of placements, delivering high-quality care, honing your practical skills, and working with patients with a wide range of needs. You’ll also develop important, transferable skills that all health care staff use, such as teamwork, communication, decision making, leadership, facilitation and problem-solving.
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- Nursing and Midwifery Council
How to apply
14Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
Please select a course option – you will then see the application code you need to use to apply for the course.
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
This course is not open to International Applicants.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 48 points
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
https://www.aru.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/nursing-associate-fdsc
Additional entry requirements
Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
Health checks
Interview
Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £7900 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £7900 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £7900 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £7900 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £7900 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £7900 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
https://aru.ac.uk/student-life/preparing-for-university/help-with-finances/undergraduate
https://www.aru.ac.uk/study/tuition-fees
Provider information
Anglia Ruskin University
East Road
Cambridge
CB1 1PT