Nursing Associate (Nursing Associate Higher Apprenticeship)

University of Salford

United Kingdom, Salford

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University of Salford

United Kingdom , Salford

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesApril-2023

Apply to this program

Go to the official application for the university

Duration 2.5 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 25,000 / year

Next Intake April-2023

Nursing Associate (Nursing Associate Higher Apprenticeship)

About

The Nursing Associate training programme combines and integrates both academic and work-based learning. A trainee Nursing Associate will be based, as an employee, in a particular organisation, in a specific setting, but will experience working in alternative settings in order to gain a wide appreciation of many health and care contexts and are able to fulfil all the requirements of the programme.

There are two distinct components to the higher apprenticeship - the academicprogramme and the work-based assessment. The University - as the lead provider - is responsible for delivering the academic programme. The employer is responsible for delivering the work-based assessment components. The University and employer work closely with each other to:

(1) Assure that knowledge you gain on the programme is successfully applied in the workplace.

(2) To ensure that the standards and practices required to meet the professional competencies contained in the apprenticeship standard are adequately evidenced by you.

Apprentices will study six modules in total throughout the programme. The first year will comprise of modules such as; Foundations of Health and Wellbeing, Application of Skills to Support Health and Wellbeing 1 and Application of Skills to Support Health and Wellbeing 2. These modules will allow apprentices to develop their professionalism, interpersonal skills and find out more about human anatomy, person-centred care, safeguarding and public health and health promotion.

The second year of the programme will include modules such as; Introduction to Reflective Practice, Exploring Specific Health Issues and Developing and Changing Practice. These modules will develop knowledge of long-term conditions, medication management, mentorship, service improvement and nursing interventions.

What will I be doing?

Current circumstances, and potential future changes in government advice, mean that we may need to vary the methods of teaching and/or assessment during the forthcoming academic year.

TEACHING

The Nursing Associate will undertake a variety of placements. For some specialist/smaller organisations, apprentices may be required to undertake placements in a neighbouring organisation. The University of Salford will deliver the academic aspect of the programme. Nursing Associates will work clinically for 30 hours (pro rata part time) and attend University for 7.5 hours per week.

ASSESSMENT

Throughout the apprenticeship, apprentices will be assessed in both clinical placements and in the University. Assessment will take place via a range of methods including; practice assessments, essays, objective structured clinical exam (OSCE), presentations and viva examinations. All apprentices will need to complete an End Point Assessment (EPA) as part of their apprenticeship. This can only be taken once the Level 5 Foundation Degree has been completed successfully. The EPA comprises of an observation including question and answer session as necessary and a professional discussion.

Develop high quality, compassionate care under the direction of a Registered Nurse (or other registered health and social care professional).

Work as part of a designated team delivering care that focuses on the direct needs of the individual.

Learn in our purpose-built, state-of-the-art simulation suite facilities.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Applicants who have successfully passed a diploma from a community college, intermediate diploma or associate degree with an overall mark of C+ or better will be considered for undergraduate entry.

English Program Requirements

Equivalent qualifications

English language requirements are shown on individual course pages. Generally, this is shown as an IELTS grade, however we accept a range of equivalent qualifications.

As a general guide:

For undergraduate courses we require IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum 5.5 in each component) or equivalent

For postgraduate courses, we require IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum 5.5 in each component) or equivalent

For the International Foundation Year, we require IELTS 4.5 (with a minimum 4.0 in each component) in UKVI IELTS for UKVI (Academic)

The approved equivalent qualifications list includes the following:

Secure English Language Tests (SELTs)

University of Salford English language courses

Regional-based qualifications

Majority English Speaking Countries as deemed by UKVI

Medium of English Institutions

Applicants who require a Student Route visa to study in the UK may require evidence of a Secure English Language test rather than an examination or qualification due to visa requirements, as deemed by the UK Government Home Office, Visa and Immigration (UKVI).

Career

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Fee Information

Tuition Fee

GBP 25,000 / year

Application Fee

GBP

How to Apply

Before you apply

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