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    Assistant Practitioner, FdSc - Higher Apprenticeship
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    Assistant Practitioner, FdSc - Higher Apprenticeship

    University of Central Lancashire

    University of Central Lancashire

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    United Kingdom, Preston

    University RankQS Ranking
    995

    Key Facts

    Program Level

    Foundation

    Study Type

    Full Time

    Delivery

    On Campus

    Campuses

    Main Site

    Program Language

    English

    Start & Deadlines

    Next Intake DeadlinesMarch-2026
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    Go to the official application for the university

    Duration 2 year(s)
    Next Intake March-2026

    Assistant Practitioner, FdSc - Higher Apprenticeship

    About

    You'll learn to provide, supervise, and coordinate exceptional health and social care for a diverse range of people. When you complete the course, you'll be a competent healthcare professional. And, you'll have met the requirements for the assistant practitioner occupational standard.

    Our two-year programme will give you the skills and knowledge needed to excel as an assistant practitioner in your chosen field. Delivered one day a week, the course is a blend of core and pathway modules. This will allow you and your employer to tailor your learning to suit service needs and professional goals. With our unique approach, you can customise your learning experience, making it more relevant and impactful.

    Are you interested in nursing, physiotherapy, or occupational therapy? Our flexible curriculum caters to both face-to-face and online learners. There is ample opportunity for hands-on learning through on-the-job and off-the-job experiences. This means you'll be able to put your knowledge into practice and become a true expert in your field.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Diploma from a technical / vocational or health college / institute with a GPA of 2.0/5 or 60-64%

    Successful completion of on year of appropriate study at a recognised KSA university with a GPA 2.5/5 (65-69%)

    Diploma from a technical / vocational or health college / institute with a GPA of 2.5/5 (65-69%)

    Career

    Future careers as an assistant practitioner

    As an assistant practitioner you will assist in total patient assessment and coordinate care. You'll perform clinical, diagnostic, and therapeutic activities. APs work in various settings. This includes rehabilitation, radiography and community mental health.

    As an assistant practitioner you'll interact with:

    • Patients
    • Service users
    • Carers
    • Registered healthcare professionals
    • Social care staff
    • Non-clinical staff

    You will be responsible for working within your competence and authority. You may delegate, supervise, teach and mentor others. You will report to a registered healthcare practitioner and may manage your own caseload.

    As an AP you must communicate well and adhere to strict standards. You'll promote a safe working environment, where you assess and manage risk. And, you'll continuously develop your knowledge and skills. You may also provide leadership within the scope of their practice and take part in audit and research activities.

    As well as this, our profession-specific pathway modules can help fast-track you into a range of professions. You can gain advanced entry into professional courses such as:

    This helps your employer support future workforce planning with a 'grow your own' model.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee

    GBP 0 

    Application Fee

    GBP  
    University of Central Lancashire

    Assistant Practitioner, FdSc - Higher Apprenticeship

    University of Central Lancashire

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    United Kingdom,

    Preston

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