Nursing Associate

Skills

Build the solid foundations for your future career in healthcare. 

Working with a dedicated team of experienced clinicians and academics, you’ll gain and in-depth understanding of: 

• providing support to registered nurses to deliver evidence-based, safe and effective care 
• providing care for people of all ages from diverse backgrounds who have mental, physical, cognitive and behavioral care needs.  

You will learn how to deliver care in a wide variety of settings, including clients’ own home, the community or in the hospital.  

Learning

Enjoy hands-on learning in clinical settings 

This course blends theory with hands-on practice in our classrooms and state-of-the-art Clinical Simulation Centres (CSC). 

The programme will enable you to gain a comprehensive understanding of nursing today, including: 

• Its role within 21st century health and care services 
• The shift towards integrated care in the community as part of the NHS Long Term Plan 
• The need for evidence-based practice for patient safety 
• The importance of developing professional relationships with the people you care for and work with 

How you'll be learning

Under the guidance of sector experts and academics, you’ll participate in: 

1. Lectures 
2. Seminars 
3. Group work 
4. Online learning 
5. Reflective practical exercises 

Assessment

Hone your clinical skills and academic theory through practical and academic assessments.

During your time with us, you’ll undertake a range of academic evaluations and practice-based assessments. This includes: 

• Reflective and case study-based assignments 
• Exams 
• Presentations 
• Safety and quality enhancement projects 

Your clinical skills will be evaluated through simulation-based assessments in our Clinical Simulation Centres (CSC). 

Your performance and progress will also be measured on placements in various healthcare settings by both clinical and academic staff. 

Careers

Help shape the future of healthcare and make a meaningful impact on the lives of people.

We pride ourselves on training healthcare staff who are highly sought after by employers. On completion of the FdSc you will be eligible to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council as a Registered Nursing Associate (subject to approval). In addition, the FdSc can also be considered a stepping stone to becoming a registered nurse.