University of Salford
The Crescent
Salford
M5 4WT
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Course summary
The Nursing Associate role is a highly trained support role within healthcare, bridging the gap between support workers and Registered Nurses. This two-year programme leads to a Nursing Associate Foundation Degree, equipping you to deliver effective, safe, and compassionate care across a wide range of health and care settings.
As a Nursing Associate, you will work both independently and as part of a healthcare team, providing hands-on care in various primary, secondary, community, and social care environments. You will be expected to work the same shift patterns as your practice supervisor, including weekends and night shifts, and will need to travel to various clinical placements. These placements, spread across the Greater Manchester area, will offer you invaluable experience in diverse care settings.
50% of your time will be spent at the University, where you will engage in theoretical learning, while the other half will be dedicated to working in clinical settings. This balanced approach ensures you gain both the knowledge and practical experience necessary to excel in the Nursing Associate role.
Modules
Year One: Foundations of Health and Wellbeing, Application of Skills to Support Health and Wellbeing 1, Application of Skills to Support Health and Wellbeing 2
Year Two: Exploring Specific Health Issues, Preparation for Professional (NA) Practice, Developing and Changing Practice
Apply by
14 January
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- B713
- Institution code:
- S03
- Campus name:
- Peel Park Campus
- Campus Code:
- -
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
University of Salford has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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How to apply
Apply by
14 January
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:
- B713
- Institution code:
- S03
- Campus name:
- Peel Park Campus
- Campus Code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE Maths and English at grade C/ grade 4 or above or equivalent Functional Skills Level 2
You will also need to demonstrate an ability to study at diploma level with a commitment to complete a foundation degree programme and have experience of intermediate IT skills.
Previous experience as a healthcare assistant/clinical support worker is desirable but not essential, however you will need to demonstrate the commitment to undertake the challenge of a career in healthcare.
Find out more about qualification requirements for this course.
Historical entry grades data BETA
This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
- Data from:
- This course and 5 other subjects allied to medicine (foundation only) courses
- Date range:
- 2022-2024
Grades held by accepted students
- CCC
- Highest grades
- DEE
- Lowest grades
Offer rate for UK school & college leavers
Students aged 17/18 who applied to this course were offered a place.
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Fees and funding
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