This Health Professions Access to Higher Education Diploma will open up your choices to a whole host of higher education courses and career possibilities- including nursing, radiography, occupational therapy, and many other clinical and health related roles and degree courses.
Course Title: Access to Higher Education Diploma in Health Professions
Awarding Organisation: Open Awards and QAA (The Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education)
Access Credits: 60 credits, of which 45 are graded at Referred, Pass, Merit, or Distinction
Entry Requirements: Maths and English at Level 2 or above, or willingness to enrol on a level 2 Maths and English programmes (with us or another institution)
Limitations: This course is only available to learners in England
Course Length: The course is spread across one academic year, you can start learning at any month of the year. The Awarding Board and results are released twice per year
Awarding Organisation: Open Awards and QAA (The Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education)
Access Credits: 60 credits, of which 45 are graded at Referred, Pass, Merit, or Distinction
Entry Requirements: Maths and English at Level 2 or above, or willingness to enrol on a level 2 Maths and English programmes (with us or another institution)
Limitations: This course is only available to learners in England
Course Length: The course is spread across one academic year, you can start learning at any month of the year. The Awarding Board and results are released twice per year
Month |
Block and Modules |
Credits |
Joining Month |
Induction Skills Block: Introduction to Biology Access to Health Care in Modern Britain Use of Number: Number and Algebra Within this induction block, which you will complete during your month of joining, you will complete a range of introductory level units to help you gain the initial knowledge and skills in science and Maths before your embark upon your qualification. Upon completion of the block, you will: Understand the characteristics and variety of living organisms Understand the structure and function of animal and plant cells Understand the nature of some metabolic processes in living organisms Understand some of the interrelationships between living organisms Understand basic principles of cell division, inheritance and natural selection Understand health and illness as both social and biological constructs Understand the reasons for differences in the patterns of illness in modern Britain Understand integers, decimals, place value and the basic language used to describe numbers Understand and use number operations observing order of precedence Understand decimals and fractions and the relationships between them Understand the relationship between fractions and percentages and the practical uses of percentages Understand some of the practical uses of algebra and graphs |
Developmental: 3 Graded: 3 Developmental: 3 |
August |
BREAK - If you have some work to catch up on, or improvements to make, this is a time you could use. |
- |
September |
Block 1: The Human Body Applying for Higher Education Organisation of the Body Upon completion of this block, you will: Understand the importance of an accurate record of academic and non-academic achievements and experiences Know the need for career planning based on realistic expectations Make an application through UCAS or another appropriate clearing system Appreciate the importance of monitoring plans and evaluating outcomes Understand the levels of organisation in the human body Understand the need for cell specialisation and relate this to the functions of different tissues Understand the features of stem cells and the principles of tissue engineering |
Developmental: 3 Graded: 3 |
October |
Block 2: Chemistry Introduction to Chemistry (1) Introduction to Chemistry (2) Reacting Amounts Upon completion of the block, you will: Understand atomic structure Understand the periodic table and chemical bonds Understand chemical reactions and balanced chemical equations Understand the factors affecting the rate of a reaction Understand atomic structure and the nature of elements Understand bonding and the structure of molecules Understand the nature and variety of biological and other organic compounds. Understand the mole concept Be able to use acid-base titration |
Developmental: 3 Graded: 3 Graded: 3 |
November |
Block 3: Physics Introduction to Physics Physics of the Senses Upon completion of the block, you will: Understand the nature of energy and energy resources Understand the concept of density Understand the nature and effects of force Understand the nature of electricity Understand the wave nature of sound and light Understand the nature of light and sound Understand the role of the eye in colour vision Understand the role of the ear in hearing Understand the reasons for defects in vision and hearing |
Developmental: 3 Graded: 3 |
December |
BREAK - If you have some work to catch up on, or improvements to make, this is a time you could use. |
- |
January |
Block 4: Cell Biology 1 The Cell Cell Metabolism Upon completion of this block, you will: Understand the structure of cells as revealed by light and electron microscopes Understand how the function of the plasma membrane is related to its structure Understand the importance of cell division Understand the nature of metabolism and the role of ATP in metabolic processes Understand the importance of enzymes in metabolic processes Appreciate the complexity of metabolic pathways |
Graded: 3 Graded: 3 |
February |
Block 5: Human Biology 1 Biological Molecules The Human Cardiovascular System Upon completion of this block, you will: Recognise the building blocks for carbohydrates, lipids, proteins and nucleic acids and understand how these are combined to form larger organic molecules Understand how the function of proteins is related to their structure Understand how the function of DNA is related to its structure Understand the gross structure of the human cardiovascular system and the reason for a double circulation Understand the control of the cardiac cycle |
Graded: 3 Graded: 3 |
March |
Block 6: Professional Studies in Health Social Roles and the Caring Profession Public Health Professional Behaviours Upon completion of this block, you will: Understand how socialisation theory and role theory apply to relationships between patients and health workers Understand the importance of the family and other support networks on the role of the professional carer Understand the significance of the development of public health in the 19th Century Understand the importance of public health reports in identifying factors influencing the health of the population Understand the scale of Health care inequalities in contemporary Britain Understand explanations for health care inequalities Understand the importance of working well with others Understand the importance of self development and reflective practices Understand the importance of self organisation |
Graded: 3 Graded: 3 Developmental: 3 |
April |
BREAK - If you have some work to catch up on, or improvements to make, this is a time you could use. |
- |
May |
Block 7: Human Biology 2 Body Defences Genetics Upon completion of the block, you will: Understand that infectious diseases are caused by pathogens Understand the non-specific defences of the body against infectious disease Understand the specific defences of the body against infectious disease and the application of these in medicine Understand the nature and causes of variation in a population Understand the principles of Mendelian inheritance Appreciate that a range of genetic systems apply to different inherited traits |
Graded: 3 Graded: 3 |
June |
Block 8: Health Studies 2 Ethical Issues in Heath Health Promotion Upon completion of this block, you will: Understand theories of moral philosophy and their application to provision of health care Understand importance of a moral framework for decision making in medical practice Understand how ethical considerations impinge on patient /client rights and responsibilities Understand theories underpinning health promotion and health education Understand the reasons for health promotion and the features of successful health promotion campaigns |
Graded: 3 Graded: 3 |
July |
ACADEMIC PAUSE - GRADING |
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Opportunities in health, such as radiography, occupational therapy, and paramedics are some of the most in-demand and rewarding careers that you can enter. To enter these professions you will need a qualifying degree, which offers registration to practice. Universities will have a range of access requirements, but as a minimum, you will need to be able to demonstrate academic ability in sciences and health studies- especially in physics, biology and social sciences.
All our Access to Higher Education Diplomas are studied remotely and online, so you can study flexibly around your life. The course is structured and with 'face to face' tutor support, just like being in a college.
This qualification contains a range of carefully selected modules, covering cell biology, public health care, anatomy and physiology, physics and chemistry, health promotion, and ethics. In addition, you will have the opportunity to prepare for your applications for university and an understanding of professional values, roles, and relationships within the sector.
When studying with NCCE, you will be provided with a structured learning plan to follow. You will have access to taught sessions, 121 sessions with your tutor, interactive learning resources, and swift marking turnaround times of 3-5 days.
Upon completion of this qualification, with minimum grades at merit and distinction, you can apply for a range of professional training degrees in health professions within clinical and community settings.
Please select your University of choice to ensure acceptance on their programme within their minimum entry requirements.
Some opportunities selected for you to review
Sheffield Hallam University - BSc (Hons) Paramedic Science- Access to HE in Health Studies, 128 UCAS points 15 credits at Distinction, with 9 from Natural Science units
University of Derby - BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography - A2HE 18 Distinction, 24 credits from Biology, Chemistry, and Physics
All our Access to Higher Education Diplomas are studied remotely and online, so you can study flexibly around your life. The course is structured and with 'face to face' tutor support, just like being in a college.
This qualification contains a range of carefully selected modules, covering cell biology, public health care, anatomy and physiology, physics and chemistry, health promotion, and ethics. In addition, you will have the opportunity to prepare for your applications for university and an understanding of professional values, roles, and relationships within the sector.
When studying with NCCE, you will be provided with a structured learning plan to follow. You will have access to taught sessions, 121 sessions with your tutor, interactive learning resources, and swift marking turnaround times of 3-5 days.
Upon completion of this qualification, with minimum grades at merit and distinction, you can apply for a range of professional training degrees in health professions within clinical and community settings.
Please select your University of choice to ensure acceptance on their programme within their minimum entry requirements.
Some opportunities selected for you to review
Sheffield Hallam University - BSc (Hons) Paramedic Science- Access to HE in Health Studies, 128 UCAS points 15 credits at Distinction, with 9 from Natural Science units
University of Derby - BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography - A2HE 18 Distinction, 24 credits from Biology, Chemistry, and Physics
