Nursing Associate

Apprentices are in full time employment whilst studying for the two year foundation degree, so they are able to very quickly utilise their newly acquired knowledge and skills within the workplace for the benefit of patients and service users.

The course includes a variety of practice experiences and assessments, combined with academic studies designed to complement and underpin the apprentices’ practical learning. This blended approach is designed to be adaptable and flexible with a combination of face to face university teaching and online learning.

Practice support sessions encourage learners to reflect on the practice they have been engaged in and relate this to professional, legal and ethical frameworks and to identify supporting evidence.

The majority of teaching takes place from City Campus. Students have full access to university facilities throughout their studies.

Nursing associates are taught by experienced nurses with teaching and research expertise as well as experience in a wide range of clinical areas. The team works closely with local acute and community providers to ensure that the course remains relevant and contemporary. Our enthusiastic, friendly and approachable team are committed to providing students with a supportive learning environment.

GCSE English Language and Maths Grade 4 or above (Grade C for GCSEs taken before 2017) or equivalent. Key Skills Level 2, Functional Skills Level 2 and the Certificate in Adult Literacy and Adult Numeracy are accepted in place of GCSEs.

Level 3 health/social care qualification (or equivalent). Applicants will normally have evidence of recent level 3 (i.e. 80 UCAS tariff points) in the last five years in a relevant subject.

For example we may accept The Care Certificate, or Health Screening.

A satisfactory DBS check will also be required, organised by your employer.

Please note applications are submitted through the relevant employer, not directly from applicants.

Before starting an apprenticeship, applicants will be required to sign a “Training Plan” which details key information regarding the apprenticeship such as learning requirements, responsibilities of the apprentice, employer and university, assessments, delivery schedule, etc, some of which are detailed below.

Further information on this, and general apprentice admissions requirements, may be sought from the Apprenticeships Team:

Email: apprenticeships@leedsbeckett.ac.uk

Tel: 0113 812 4500