Courses
The healthcare sector in the UK employs around two million people and with the national population forecast to rise by 5,000,000 in the next twenty years, the need for professionals in the sector will only increase. An Access to HE Diploma in Health Science will prepare you to progress onto a wide variety of health-related degree programmes so that you can help meet the demand for highly trained healthcare specialists. In just one year, this programme will give you a broad understanding of the essential biology and chemistry knowledge you need to pursue further training in areas such as midwifery, occupational therapy, physiotherapy and more. It will also equip you with the academic skills required for university level study. Please note that there are daytime and evening course options, subject to availability.
Level 2 Applied Science (Double First Award) is an interesting, diverse and stimulating qualification in which you’ll learn about biology, chemistry and physics. You will develop your knowledge and practical skills in Applied Science – this can help you to thrive in your future studies or the world of work.
Level 2 Applied Science (Extended Certificate) delivered at the Hillsborough Campus is an interesting, diverse and stimulating course in which you’ll learn about biology, chemistry, physics and forensic science. You will develop your knowledge and practical skills in Applied Science – this can help you to thrive on future study programmes or in the world of work.
The Level 3 Applied Science Extended Diploma (delivered at Hillsborough Campus) is designed as a two-year, full-time qualification that meets entry requirements in its own right for learners who want to progress to higher education courses in the applied science sector before entering employment. The qualification carries UCAS Tariff points equivalent to 3 A Levels. Applied Science covers many topics that are science based including laboratory work, medicine, environmental and the fundamental biological, chemical and physical sciences.
The Level 3 Award in Education and Training (AET) course is an introduction to teaching that will give an insight into the roles, responsibilities and relationships in education and training. This course is suitable if you currently work or are hoping to work as a teacher/trainer/tutor in Further Education Colleges, adult and community education. It provides with an opportunity to professionalise your role as a Trainer/Tutor. The qualification will enable you to plan and deliver inclusive teaching and training sessions, how to assess learning and provide constructive feedback. This qualification is delivery is classroom based with full tutor support throughout the course. The course materials can be accessed from anywhere through our student portal. Our courses are designed with a holistic approach that is convenient and intuitive.