Nursing (Adult) (Degree Apprenticeship) (Extended) University of Portsmouth

Overview

Whether you’re just starting your career in healthcare, or want to make an ambitious career move, doing a degree apprenticeship is the perfect way to take your first step to becoming registered.

On this BN (Hons) Nursing (Adult) Degree Apprenticeship, you’ll spend half your time studying for your degree at the University, and the other half working with your employer in clinical practice. The Government, or your employer, pay your tuition fees – so it doesn’t cost you anything.

You’ll develop the skills and knowledge to become a confident, professional Adult Nurse, able to deliver and lead adult care within evolving health and social care environments. Upon successful completion of your apprenticeship, you’ll be able to register as an Adult Nurse in the UK.

Course highlights

• Observe, examine, assess and engage with patients and service users in community and hospital settings
• Develop skills in evidence-based decision making to support and deliver best-practice healthcare
• Use the University’s simulation facilities to develop and refine your clinical skills and competence
• Develop critical thinking, resilience and leadership skills
• Work with experienced nurses and practitioners in clinical practice to meet the needs of the local community

Entry requirements

32 points at A level in a science, healthcare, or social care subject, or equivalent work experience and/or qualifications.

All applicants will be required to complete a Skills Gap Analysis before completing an application form.

All applicants will be invited to attend an academic interview and may be asked to submit a portfolio of work or undertake additional assessment.

Applicants must pass Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and Occupational Health checks before starting the course.

Applicants aged 16-18 must have acceptable Level 2 qualifications in English and Maths, such as GCSE with grade C/4 or above or Functional Skills. If you do not have acceptable qualifications, you will be required to obtain this. Those aged 19 and over are only subject to these requirements if you or your employer choose for you to study towards English and Maths qualifications, which will be funded. Please note that you may still be required to evidence accepted Level 2 qualifications for the course, as part of academic assessment.