Health Care Practice (Nursing Associate HTQ) FdSc

This nursing associate course is ideal for anyone looking to launch a career in nursing, either in the role of nursing associate, or to progress onto one of our full nursing degrees to become a registered nurse. Nursing associates bridge the gap between health care assistants and registered nurses and working with people of all ages, in a variety of settings in health and social care.<br/><br/>This course is designed to equip you with the competencies and understanding you’ll need to succeed in the role of nursing associate. You’ll also develop essential transferable skills, such as problem solving, time management, communication and effective team working.<br/><br/>Our strong emphasis on practical learning means that you’ll spend over 1,000 hours gaining invaluable experience in a range of clinical settings, including hospitals, GP surgeries and hospices. You’ll be guided by practitioners, as you observe and practise your skills in real-life settings. Working closely with multi professional health care teams, you’ll see first-hand how to deliver compassionate expert care.<br/><br/>Successful completion of this foundation nursing course will earn you a Higher Technical Qualification (HTQ). HTQs provide a high-quality, hands-on, alternative to apprenticeships or degrees, equipping you with the skills and experience employers seek. All HTQs are approved by the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education.

The University of Hertfordshire will provide you with the skills needed for the modern workplace by delivering career-focused degrees. Herts consults with employers when designing courses and their facilities provide you with up-to-date, real-world experience, mirroring the careers and industries you'll work in after graduation.<br/><br/>You'll have the opportunity to take part in a range of co-curricular activities to help boost your CV, including an award-winning mock assessment centre.<br/><br/>Herts is a campus-based university spread over two sites with easy access to London, opening up a wealth of opportunities for placements, work experience, teaching and learning, as well as social and cultural experiences. It has a wonderfully diverse community of students and staff and offers a range of support services, from counselling to childcare, ensuring you can concentrate on studying and make the most of your time at university.