Overview
Pre Access in Health, Social Care & Social WorkOur Pre-Access to Higher Education courses build the skills, knowledge and confidence you need to progress on to a higher education Level 3 qualification in the subject area you’re interested in.
Are you interested in working in healthcare but don’t have the necessary qualifications? Then our Pre-Access courses maybe for you. Our Pre-Access Level 2 course is the course to lead directly onto the Level 3 Access course. Areas available for study on this programme are Humanities, Health, Science and Social Sciences. Both the Pre-Access and Access courses are designed to lead to further university study.
This is a short 20-week Level 2 intensive course aimed at mature students (19+) without the standard qualifications to enter higher education. You will focus on developing core skills and knowledge in health and science.
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Entry Requirements
GCSE Maths and English or Functional Skills Level 2
Qualification
Gateway Level 2 Certificate in Preparing for Further Study in Health, Social Care & Social Work
Assessment Methods
This course will be assessed by using a variety of assessment methods: exams, presentations, portfolios, essays, and reports.
Course content
Biology
- The Living Body
Psychology
- Introduction to Psychology
Specialist units:
- Reflective practice
- Communication in Health care
- Planning a career
- Effective learning
All students study a Research project and Academic study skills units
NB: units subject to change
Next steps
Course progression:
Upon completion of this course, you can progress onto Level 3 Access to HE.
Career progression:
To study all nursing degrees, paramedic science, pharmacy degree, bio medical degree, dietetics, radiography, physiotherapy, occupational therapy etc.
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If you would like to find out more about this or other courses, please use our Livechat below, or contact info@bedfordcollegegroup.ac.uk.
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Disclaimer
Whilst every effort is made to ensure the information on the Website is correct, some details may be subject to change. The Bedford College Group reserves the right to make amendments to the courses, dates, fees or other details, and to make cancellations or changes if numbers are insufficient. In the unfortunate situation that we have to cancel a course we will refund your fees in full, but we regret we are not able to offer any refund if you withdraw from your course or fail to start, and you will be liable to pay any outstanding fees that may be due.
Additional Learning Support
If you have a specific learning difficulty or disability, are deaf or hearing impaired, our Additional Learning Support team are on hand to give you assistance whenever you need it. Email: ALSteam@bedford.ac.uk or call us on 01234 291333.
Financial Support
For information regarding financial support, please visit the Financial Support section to see the support you may be entitled to apply for.
Accessibility
We have access arrangements in place to help students with disabilities or any other particular needs. Call us on 01234 291000 or 01536 413123 for more information.
Any questions?
If you would like to find out more about this or other courses, please use our Livechat below, email info@bedfordcollegegroup.ac.uk or call us on 0345 658 8990.
