FdSc Nursing Associate

Working within the sphere of nursing, the Nursing Associate delivers high-quality person-centred care across health and social care settings. The Nursing Associate works within all aspects of the nursing process, taking account of the perspectives and pathways of individuals, their families and/or carers providing holistic and person-centred care to individuals, supporting the registered nurse in the assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of care. 

The Nursing Associate is a highly trained support role to deliver effective, safe and responsive nursing care across a wide range of health and care settings. Nursing Associates work independently and with others under the leadership and direction of a Registered Nurse within defined parameters to deliver care in line with an agreed plan.

Accepted Qualifications

48 UCAS points from an equivalent Level 3 qualification listed on the

UCAS tariff calculator, including:

• A Levels

• BTEC Extended Diploma – MPP

• BTEC Diploma – MM

• Access to HE Diploma

• T Levels

• International Baccalaureate – 24 points including a minimum of 15 points at a Higher Level

We also welcome applications from students who are taking Level 3 or higher qualifications not on the UCAS tariff calculator and will assess the suitability, on a case-by-case basis.

In addition to one of the above, you should have:

• GCSE English Grade 4/C or Level 2 Functional Skills in English

• GCSE Mathematics Grade 4/C or Level 2 Functional Skills in Mathematics

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.