Course options
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Qualification
HNC - Higher National Certificate
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Location
Stirling Campus
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
SEP
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Duration
1 year
Course summary
Please note that due to COVID-19, this course will initially be delivered via a blended learning approach, which may include face-to-face learning in the classroom, remote learning off-campus and digital learning. When delivery is taking place on-campus, there will be reduced student numbers and physical distancing measures in place.
This course develops a range of skills and qualities essential for a career in healthcare. Students will attend both College and a work placement in a care setting. Students will be prepared for progression to university or directly to employment within the health sector.
Career Paths
- Health Care Support Worker
- Nursing
Progression
On successful completion of this course students may progress onto a related degree programme.
Forth Valley College has formal articulation links in place for entry into year 1 or 2 of the following degree programmes:
- BA (Hons) Childhood Studies - University of the West of Scotland
- Diploma of Higher Education in Healthcare Practice - Open University
- BSc (Hons) Adult Nursing - Open University
- BSc (Hons) Mental Health Nursing - Open University
- BSc (Hons) Nursing (Adult/Mental Health/Learning Disabilities) - GCU
- BSc Nursing (Adult/Mental Health) - Stirling University
Tuition fees
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£ 6,000per year
Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.
University information
Forth Valley College of Further and Higher Education
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Campus address
Forth Valley College of Further and Higher Education, Grangemouth Road, Falkirk, Falkirk, FK2 9AD, Scotland
