Nursing Associate

Our two-year Foundation Degree prepares you for professional registration as a Nursing Associate where you can make a real impact on the quality of life and care for people of all ages in a range of healthcare settings.

A registered nursing associate plays a crucial role in patient care, administering a variety of treatments, monitoring health and preventing ill-health and supporting individuals and families. Working as part of a team alongside registered nurses, you’ll provide hands-on care in diverse clinical settings, including hospitals and community health and care environments.

• Successful completion of this course makes you eligible to apply for professional registration as a Nursing Associate with the Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC).

• Explore healthcare holistically, going beyond physical wellbeing to recognise the emotional, social and psychological aspects of patient needs.

• Practice-based learning, simulation and clinical placements develop your hands-on experience under the guidance of experienced professionals.

• Develop your ability to provide compassionate, empathetic care and effective communication, essential qualities that lie at the heart of your practice.

• Advocacy and social justice are integral to the course, empowering nursing associates to champion patients’ rights and promote equitable health and care access.

• Study locations in Coventry, Scarborough and Salisbury.

Course start dates

• September 2026 entry – all locations

• January 2027 entry – all locations

• May 2027 entry – Wiltshire College & University Centre (Salisbury) only

For full course and professional body accreditation information please check the course page on the Coventry University website.