Access to HE: Health Science Professions

You can study this course in your own time online whilst gaining a Level 3 qualification

Course Overview

Medical Technologies & Life Sciences

An Access to Higher Education Diploma will enable you to go to university if you don’t currently have the qualifications you need. They are widely recognised by most universities, including local institutes such as Anglia Ruskin University, the University of Essex and the University of East London.

On this course, you can choose from a range of specialisms (which can be found below), as well as develop your study skills. You will also undertake a research project on a topic of your choice with the aim of developing your independent learning skills.

You can undertake this course at your own pace with self-guided hours. You will have access to a variety of learning materials to ensure you are able to pass this long-distance online course.

Modules

There are a wide range of pathways on offer within this course.

Access to Nursing

Nursing is a popular career choice if you love to help people. This qualification will give you the entry requirements and skills to go on to University to study for a full nursing degree before moving to employment within the sector.

Modules

Bio-Psychology: Behaviour and the Brain
Healthcare Communication
Diagnosis and management of Physiological Disorders
Non-Infectious Disease
Endocrine System
Nutrition and Digestion
Genetic Inheritance
Human Sex and Reproduction
Musculoskeletal System
Nervous System
Body Structure and Function
Human Urinary System

Access to Dental Hygiene

As a Dental Hygienist, you will work with a range of people within the community, including both adults and children. You will promote good oral health and will practice a range of treatments and procedures such as scaling teeth, polishing teeth and applying topical fluoride and fissure sealants. You could find yourself working for the NHS, as a specialist dental hygienist or in a private practice.

Modules

Bio-Psychology: Behaviour and Drugs
Biochemical Molecules
Non-Infectious Disease
Endocrine System
Nutrition and Digestion
Musculoskeletal System
Nervous System
Body Structure and Function
Human Urinary System
Chemistry for Drugs and Medicine
Chemistry for Biologists
Chemistry and Society

Access to Paramedicine

Preparing you to become a paramedic, whether you wish to study paramedic practice or paramedic science. Being a paramedic is highly-rewarding and you can make a difference to your community. You can do all this whilst still learning new things which can lead to multiple career pathways. Along with career opportunities within the NHS you could also work in the armed forces or HM Prison Service to name a few.

Modules

Bio-Psychology: Behaviour and the Brain
Healthcare Communication
Diagnosis and Management of Physiological Disorders
Non-Infectious Disease
Endocrine System
Nutrition and Digestion
Genetic Inheritance
Human Sex and Reproduction
Musculoskeletal System
Nervous System
Body Structure and Function
Human Urinary System

Access to Mental Health Nursing

Units on this course have been selected to provide you with foundation knowledge in Psychology and Social Science which complement additional Biology components. This is a growing area of employment within the NHS and other leading employers such as the armed forces, mental health charities and education. You can choose whether you want to specialise in working with certain groups or within a specific area such as eating disorders, depression and anxiety or obsessive-compulsive disorder.

Modules

Stress and Eating Disorders
Aggression
Bio-Psychology: Behaviour and the Brain
Bio-Psychology: Behaviour and Drugs
Psychological Disorders and Therapeutic Strategies
Mental Health
Healthcare Communication
Non-Infectious Disease
Endocrine System
Genetic Inheritance
Nervous Syste
Body Structure and Function
Human Urinary System

Access to Midwifery

The NHS is experiencing a shortage of Midwives and this course will give you the skills and knowledge needed to gain a degree and take your first steps into a Midwifery Career. From September 2020 all pre-registration midwifery students can receive funding support of between £5,000 and £8,000 per year, which you do not need to pay back. You are also still entitled to access funding for tuition and maintenance loans.

Modules

Bio-Psychology: Behaviour and Brain
Healthcare Communication
Diagnosis and Management of Physiological Disorders
Non-Infectious Disease
Endocrine System
Nutrition and Digestion
Genetic Inheritance
Human Sex and Reproduction
Musculoskeletal System
Nervous System
Body Structure and Function
Human Urinary System

Access to Physiotherapy

Physiotherapists work with a range of patients and physical difficulties, where you will be responsible for planning appropriate treatment programmes based on a diagnosis. These patients can include those with sports injuries, stroke patients and those who are suffering from injury or disability. The specialist areas of physiotherapy include cardiovascular, neurology, neuromusculoskeletal, paediatrics and respiratory.

Modules

Healthcare Communication
Biochemical Molecules
Body Structure and Function
Endocrine System
Genetic Inheritance
Human Sex and Reproduction
Human Urinary System
Microbiology
Musculoskeletal System
Nervous System
Non-Infectious Disease
Nutrition and Digestion

Access to Radiography

There are two routes within radiography, Diagnostic and Therapeutic. Diagnostic Radiographer diagnoses illnesses and injuries and a Therapeutic Radiographer treat and care for people with cancer. Within Diagnostic Radiography you can choose to specialise in certain areas, such as ultrasound or trauma and emergency care.

Modules

Bio-Psychology: Behaviour and Drugs
Microbiology
Non-Infectious Disease
Endocrine System
Nutrition and Digestion
Genetic Inheritance
Human Sex and Reproduction
Musculoskeletal
Nervous System
Body Structure and Function
Human Urinary System
Medical Physics Radiology and Medical Imaging
Radioactivity in Medicine

Access to Psychology

There are a variety of career paths you can take within Psychology, you can either study a Psychology Degree or you can choose a specialist Psychology degree. Either way you will develop a range of skills that open up many opportunities within the Science and Arts Sector.

Modules

Child Development
Stress and Eating Disorders
Aggression
Bio-Psychology: Behaviour and Brain
Bio-Psychology: Behaviour and Drugs
Key Aspects of Psychology
Psychological Disorders and Therapeutic Strategies
Definition of Health
Mental Health
Healthcare Communication
Diagnosis and Management of Physiological Disorders

Access to Biomedical Science

The perfect beginning and one of the broadest areas of modern science that can lead to a range of research careers. Biomedical Scientists are at the heart of healthcare, from investigating disease to evaluating the effectiveness of treatments.

Modules

Bio-Psychology: Behaviour and Drugs
Biochemical Molecules
Non-Infectious Disease
Endocrine System
Nutrition and Digestion
Musculoskeletal System
Nervous System
Body Structure and Function
Human Urinary System
Chemistry for Drugs and Medicine
Chemistry for Biologists
Chemistry and Society

Access to Social Science

A Social Science Degree will give you a range of career options, you will develop a wide range of transferable skills and knowledge. You can help improve the lives of children and adults in societies around the world with your knowledge.

Modules

Child Development
Stress and Eating Disorders
Aggression
Bio-Psychology: Behaviour and the Brain
Bio-Psychology: Behaviour and Drugs
Key Aspects of Psychology
Psychological Disorders and Therapeutic Strategies
Definitions of Health
Mental Health
Healthcare Communication
Diagnoses and Management of Physiological Disorders

Access to Nutrition and Dietetics

Assess, Diagnose, Advice and treat diet-related and nutritional problems, after you have completed your degree you will have the knowledge to do all those things. This Access course provides the ground knowledge you need to be able to progress to the degree. You might find yourself working with the NHS, in the community, withing a Mental Health organisation or private clinics.

Modules

Bio-Psychology: Behaviour and Drugs
Biochemical Molecules
Non-Infectious Disease
Endocrine System
Nutrition and Digestion
Musculoskeletal System
Nervous System
Body Structure and Function
Human Urinary System
Chemistry for Drugs and Medicine
Chemistry for Biologists
Chemistry and Society

Access to Biology

Biology opens up many doors within Science related degrees and career opportunities. Typical employers for biology-related jobs include universities and clinical research organisations, pharmaceutical companies, national and global health charities, scientific and technical consultancies not to mention schools and colleges.

Modules

Healthcare Communication
Biochemical Molecules
Body Structure and Function
Endocrine System
Genetic Inheritance
Human Sex and Reproduction
Human Urinary System
Microbiology
Musculoskeletal System
Nervous System
Non-Infectious Disease
Nutrition and Digestion

Access to Social Work

See the impact you are having on improving people's lives. You will build relationships with individuals and families who are going through difficult times whilst maintaining a professional relationship. You could work in a range of settings with the opportunity to specialise in certain fields.

Modules

Child Development
Stress and Eating Disorders
Aggression
Bio-Psychology: Behaviour and the Brain
Bio-Psychology: Behaviour and Drugs
Key Aspects of Psychology
Definitions of Health
Mental Health
Healthcare Communication
Diagnosis and Management of Physiological Disorders

Access to Occupational Therapy

Support people with physical, sensory or cognitive problems and help them to regain or learn independence. You will work with a range of people with different requirements so you will learn a host of knowledge that will give you the ability to create an effective treatment plan for each individual.

Modules

Bio-Psychology: Behaviour and the Brain
Healthcare Communication
Diagnosis and Management of Physiological Disorders
Non-Infectious Disease
Endocrine System
Nutrition and Digestion
Genetic Inheritance
Human Sex and Reproduction
Musculoskeletal System
Nervous System
Body Structure and Function
Human Urinary System

Access to Operating Department Practice

Support patients before, during and after surgery making you an important part of a larger working team. As well as applying for a student loan you may also be eligible for the NHS Learning Support Fund where you could receive £5,000 which you don't have to pay back.

Modules

Bio-Psychology: Behaviour and the Brain
Healthcare and Communication
Diagnosis and Management of Physiologicl Disorders
Non-Infectious Disease
Endocrine System
Nutrition and Digestion
Genetic Inheritance
Human Sex and Reproduction
Musculoskeletal System
Nervous System
Body Structure and Function
Human Urinary System

Access to Environmental Health

Use your scientific skills to develop implement and enforce health policies. This access course will give you the knowledge to advance to a degree programme and it is important to ensure you choose a university accredited by the Chartered Institue of Environment Health (CIEH) to continue your studies.

Modules

Bio-Psychology: Behaviours and Drugs
Biochemical Molecules
Non-Infectious Disease
Endocrine System
Nutrition and Digestion
Musculoskeletal System
Nervous System
Body Structure and Function
Human Urinary System
Chemistry for Drugs and Medicine
Chemistry for Biologists
Chemistry and Society

Access to Podiatry

Podiatrists can also be known as Chiropodists, where you specialise in feet and legs. You will examine, diagnose and treat problems to enhance people's and improve people's mobility.

Modules

Bio-Psychology: Behaviour and Drugs
Biochemical Molecules
Non-Infectious Disease
Endocrine System
Nutrition and Digestion
Musculoskeletal System
Body Structure and Function
Human Urinary System
Chemistry for Drugs and Medicine
Chemistry for Biologists
Chemistry and Society

Access to Speech Therapy

This is a specialist line of work where you can deal with a diverse client group. As well as speech, language and communication problems you may also work with people facing difficulties swallowing, drinking or eating.

Modules

Bio-Psychology: Behaviour and the Brain
Healthcare and Communication
Diagnosis and Management of Physiological Disorders
Non-Infectious Disease
Endocrine System
Nutrition and Digestion
Genetic Inheristance
Human Sex and Reproduction
Musculoskeletal System
Nervous System
Body Structure and Function
Human Urinary System

Access to Chiropractic Care

Use physical manipulation, massage and rehabilitative exercises to treat patients and improve the quality of individuals lives. Using natural techniques you will encourage the body's healing process.

Modules

Bio-Psychology: Behaviour and the Brain
Healthcare and Communication
Diagnosis and Management of Physiological Disorders
Non-Infectious Disease
Endocrine System
Nutrition and Digestion
Genetic Inheritance
Human Sex and Reproduction
Musculoskeletal System
Nervous System
Body Structure and Function
Human Urinary System

Entry requirements

You must be aged 19 or over at registration
You must have English Language GCSE grade C/4 or above or Level 2 Functional Skills English.
It is desirable that you also have GCSE/L2 Maths but if not, then a commitment to study it alongside your Access course is required as most universities require both English and Maths. We offer GCSE Maths as a face-to-face evening course or alternatively if you want to study online we recommend Academy Online as one of our partners.
Unfortunately, if you have neither Maths or English, we are unable to enrol you onto the Access course at this time. However, you could study GCSE English and Maths (potentially for free) at the College first, before going on to the Access course.

Additional costs

£3,180 (Eligible for Advanced Learner Loan)

You will need to purchase stationery, e.g. pens, paper, folders, plastic wallets
Although there is no single text that covers all units, purchasing any used version of a Level 3 Literature text and any teacher training texts will be advantageous.

If you are aged 19-24 and have not completed a Level 3 course already, you may be eligible to study for FREE - subject to funding. Call 01268 882 618 for more information.

Alternatively, you could be eligible to apply for an Advanced Learner Loan to fund the cost of your course.

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