INTRODUCTION
Thank you for applying to join our Access Course at North Kent College. We are really looking forward to meeting you. Please arrive in the college reception at your allocated interview time. The process for Access applications is below.
The Access to Nursing and Healthcare Professions course is a one-year course for students over 19 without the standard qualifications to enter higher education. The course comprises of Level 3 units (A level equivalent) in Health Studies, Psychology and Biology. Students without GCSE Maths and/or English language at C or above can study GCSE Maths and GCSE English language while studying the Access course at no additional cost. As many degree courses related to nursing require relevant work experience, students are encouraged to undertake paid or voluntary work experience in a care setting while studying the Access course.
ASSESSMENT
You will be booked to come in and complete an English & Maths Assessment.
If successful at Assessment stage, you will be invited back into the College to complete a full interview which will last approximately 2 hours.
WHAT DO YOU NEED TO PREPARE
You may wish to read up on GCSE English and Maths topics prior to your assessment.
WHAT SHOULD YOU BRING?
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Message from HOC
Thank you for applying for our Access to Nursing and Healthcare Course. This course is designed to prepare you for your next steps to university, regardless of previous qualifications. As this course is for those aged 19 and over, you will find a mature and supportive atmosphere within our department. Many of our students have been out of education for a long time, so please do not worry if this applies to you, we will guide you through your application to university as well as ensure that you leave us with the skills and knowledge to study at a higher level. We look forward to welcoming you to the department and one day adding you to our family of alumni. Kind regards Alison Talbot.
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