Course Overview
Assistant Practitioners work alongside registered health professionals using their skills and experience in a particular area of clinical practice.
They work in almost any area of the NHS and have direct contact with patients, service users, or clients, providing high-quality, focused, and compassionate care. As part of the program, you can choose specialist pathways aligned to roles across the health and care sector. The program offers an inter-professional learning experience, meaning you will learn from and across different professional parts, giving you a holistic view of the patient experience.
General Eligibility
Three A-levels at grades DDD or above
BTEC National Diploma or QCF Extended Diploma.
GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent) grade C/4.
Equivalent qualifications may be considered, including workplace-delivered NVQs.
DBS check and occupational health check.
Part Time Work Details
20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.
Language Requirement
IELTS for UKVI - Minimum of 6.0 in each category
LanguageCert International ESOL SELT B2 (Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking) - Minimum of 33/50 in each category
PTE Academic UKVI - Minimum of 59 in each category
Skills for English UKVI B2 (4 components) - Pass in each category