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An Access to Higher Education Diploma is the ideal way for adult students (aged 19+) without traditional A Levels or Level 3 qualifications to qualify for entry to a degree or other Higher Education course. This course leads to a qualification at Level 3 (equivalent to A Level) and is an intensive course that allow you to study part-time, whilst still working or meeting other commitments. Universities and other Higher Education providers fully recognise our Access Diplomas as sufficient to meet the entry criteria for various degree courses. The Healthcare Professions pathway is for those students wishing to enter a wide range of health and care professions or subject specific degrees such as: Adult/Mental Health/Child Nursing, Midwifery, Allied Health Sciences, Occupational Therapy, ODP and many more, including specific subject degrees such as Psychology, Sociology and Human Biology. Core subjects will include: Psychology, Human Biology, Sociology and Understanding Mental Health. All of our pathways also include modules in Study Skills to prepare you for academic writing and an independent project unit at the end of your course.
All applicants for Healthcare Professions are required to possess a minimum of grade 4/C in GCSE Maths and English Language or equivalent Level 2 in Functional Skills. You may be able to study Functional Skills Maths Level 2/GCSE Maths alongside your Access Course if you have other relevant qualifications alongside your English. Students are also required to carry out their own research into the specific entry requirements for their chosen university courses prior to application. HSDC offers Level 2 Pre-Access, Maths and English courses (including GCSEs), at various levels for potential Access students who do not hold the required qualifications.For nursing/midwifery/social care and other vocational courses relevant work experience is also required prior to the university application. Students will also need a clean DBS in order to pursue careers in health care. You will be asked to declare any criminal record on application.
Access classes take place over two sessions per week for 35 weeks, both daytime, at our Havant Campus and evening option, at our South Downs Campus are available. In the early weeks of the course students will be taught study skills to introduce and develop essay writing and academic skills to help them complete assessments; they will also receive advice and support in the process of completing the application to university. In addition to the contact hours, students will be required to complete independent work each week.The following units are studied on the Healthcare Professions Pathway: Introduction to Sociology The Sociology of Health Introduction to Psychology Social Psychology Pain Management The Effects of Stress Social Research Methods Understanding Mental Health The Causation and Treatment of Common Physiological Disorders Cardiopulmonary System The Musculoskeletal System Reproduction and Inheritance Disease and Body Defence Independent Academic Study (Professional Studies)
Our Access courses are taught by a team of specialist subject lecturers. To enhance your learning experience, we incorporate Rosenshine’s principles of instruction, such as: Daily review: Revisiting previous material to reinforce understanding. Small steps: Breaking down complex topics into manageable chunks for easier comprehension. Questioning: Actively engaging students through thoughtful questioning techniques. Modelling: Demonstrating examples and best practices to guide learning. Guided practice: Providing opportunities for students to practise new skills under supervision.In addition to these instructional strategies, we offer dedicated sessions for students to receive help and advice on applying for Higher Education from our Careers team. Our classes employ a variety of teaching and learning methods, including essays, discussions, lectures, group work, practical sessions and controlled assessments. Regular attendance is compulsory to ensure your success.
Assessment is made through completion of assignment based activities, essays, course work, independent study and research, practical work and class based tests. In order to achieve an overall pass, students must achieve 60 credits, of which at least 45 are graded at Pass, Merit or Distinction.
The progression routes from this Diploma could include, but are not limited to, degrees in nursing (adult, child, mental health), midwifery, health studies, occupational therapy, healthcare science, podiatry, public health practice and operating department practice.
Local Nursing Schools work closely with Laser in the design of their courses.
