Healthcare Practice (Level 4 Certificate Open University) (Subject to Validation)

UK Requirements

Requires 48 UCAS points achieved through A Levels or L3 Extended Diploma (Grade PPP), and GCSE Maths and English at Grade C or above or equivalent (Essential Skills). Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning - Applicants who do not meet the criteria outlined above, but have evidence of substantial knowledge or relevant industrial experience and skills, are also eligible to apply. ** Accreditation of Prior Experience and Learning, does not cover the GCSE/Essential skills Maths and English requirements. Attendance at an information session, interview and completion of an Access NI check required.

ROI Requirements

48 UCAS points or above. Students must also have English & Maths at Grade 05 and above (equivalent to pass in GCSE); Information Session and interview required. Access NI required. Note: Whilst ILC 05/D1 is acceptable for English Leaving Cert Ordinary for entry to this Level 4 programme, students must be made aware that they should check the criteria for progression to their universities of choice as university entry requirements vary. Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning - Applicants who do not meet the criteria outlined above, but have evidence of substantial knowledge or relevant industrial experience and skills, are also eligible to apply.

Further Study

There are several potential opportunities for further study arising from successful completion of this course. This course is equivalent to Stage 1 of the Open University Nursing Degree, therefore, you can progress to stage 2 of the OU Nursing Degree following successful completion of this course. This is dependent on: Successfully completing this qualification / Securing a position with the WHSCT at 26hrs per week minimum / A successful application to the WHSCT to continue your studies with the Open University. There are several potential opportunities for further study arising from successful completion of this course. You can also progress to a number of NI and UK universities to study the Degree in Nursing (all branches) or Midwifery.

Career Prospects

Alongside progression to University, this qualification will also be very useful when applying for a variety of other healthcare roles.