Foundation Degree in Science Nursing Associate
Northumbria University, NewcastleUCAS Points
32 points
About this course
This Nursing Associate course offers a rewarding route into healthcare for individuals committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care. Blending 50% academic study and 50% practice placements, where you will gain practical experience in real healthcare settings. Combining hands on clinical experience with expert led classroom instruction this two-year Foundation Degree prepares you to work as a Nursing Associate – a vital role that bridges the gap between healthcare support workers and registered nurses.
You will develop the skills and knowledge needed to provide compassionate, family- and person-centred care across the lifespan and in a variety of settings, including hospitals, community and primary care, mental health, learning disability, and children’s services.
Whether you are looking to begin your healthcare journey or take the next step in your career, this course provides a dedicated pathway into a rewarding career as a Nursing Associate.
Entry Requirements
Career Prospects
Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:
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Course Details
- Qualification
- Foundation Degree in Science - FdSc
- Study Mode
- Full-time
- Duration
- 2 Years
- Start Date
- 2025
- Academic Year
- 2025
- Campus / Location
- Newcastle upon Tyne
- Scheme
- Undergraduate
- Subjects
- Nursing