21Jun
UndergraduateLiverpool John Moores University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework.These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
Why study the Nursing Associate programme at Liverpool John Moores University?
- Qualify as a nursing associate with eligibility to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
- Nursing associates provide care that bridges the roles of registered nurses and health care assistants, and work across all healthcare settings
- After completing your two year foundation degree, you have the option to apply to enter the midpoint of our BSc (Hons) Nursing degrees
- Also available as a degree apprenticeship for employees of our partner organisations
- performing and recording clinical observations, for example, blood pressure, temperature, respirations and pulse
- undertaking clinical tasks including venepuncture (taking bloods) and electrocardiograms (ECGs)
- supporting individuals and their families and carers at emotionally difficult times during their care
- discussing and sharing information with registered nurses on a patient's condition, behaviour, activity and responses
- ensuring the privacy, dignity and safety of individuals is maintained at all times
- recognising issues relating to safeguarding vulnerable children and adults
- You can read more about the role of a nursing associate on the NHS Health Careers website
Modules
Please visit the Liverpool John Moores University website for detailed module information.
Assessment method
Formative assessment is diagnostic in nature and is concerned with the development of the student, in identifying strengths and areas for development in addition to providing the students with feedback on their progress during the learning process. Formative assessment will take place both within the theoretical and practice learning environment. To prepare for theoretical assessment students will be given the opportunity to practice the appropriate skills that relate to the variety of assessment methods that are utilised throughout the programme. This will enable them to adequately prepare for written, verbal, practical and examination forms of assessment in each year of study.
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- Nursing and Midwifery Council
How to apply
31Jan
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
- Course code:
- B790
- Institution code:
- L51
- Campus name:
- City Campus
- Campus code:
- C
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 32 points
Additional entry requirements
Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
All applicants are subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS and Occupational Health Clearance.
Student Outcomes
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There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| International | £18250 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
All figures are subject to yearly increases. Tuition fees are subject to parliamentary approval.
Sponsorship information
Please see our Bursaries and Scholarships page for more information: https://www.ljmu.ac.uk/discover/fees-and-funding/bursaries-and-scholarships
Provider information
Liverpool John Moores University
Student Life Building
Copperas Hill
Liverpool
L3 5AJ