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Health and Social Care (Nursing Associate) - NA
Southampton, Solent University

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(4.2)

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Qualification

Foundation Degree in Science - FdSc

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Location

Main Campus

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Study mode

Full Time

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Start date

Sep 2026

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Duration

2 Year

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Course info


Why study a health and social care (nursing associate) foundation degree at Solent University

Become a skilled nursing associate in an incredible profession, with fantastic career prospects in a range of different healthcare settings on our NMC-accredited course.


Course overview

This challenging and fulfilling course is a NMC-accredited foundation degree which, upon successful completion, allows registration to the NMC as a nursing associate. You will gain knowledge, skills and behaviours that allow you to work in a variety of healthcare settings including adult, paediatrics, mental health and learning disabilities in both the community and hospital settings. Working in healthcare is an inspiring, challenging and rewarding occupation where no day is ever the same. This course will equip you with the knowledge, skills and behaviours to support your career development in healthcare. At Solent University, we have strong and dedicated local industry links with practice partners who support our students both during and after their studies. Working in healthcare is an exciting, fulfilling and satisfying career, and the ever changing healthcare environment drives the development of healthcare roles - giving the opportunity for lifelong learning.


Who is this course for?

This course is suitable for those who want to work in a healthcare setting, who feel they have the qualities and philosophy required to become a caring, effective, professional and safe practitioner. Trainee nursing associates should demonstrate the following values: Caring personality Compassionate towards patients and families Competent and safe in practice Effective communication Courageous Committed to the highest standards of professionalism and nursing care.


What does this course lead to?

This is a new and exciting role to support the nursing family, with future opportunities to progress to become a Registered Nurse for those who have the aspiration and ability to do so. Once qualified, nursing associates will be able to work in a range of settings within the healthcare environment.

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WUSCA Student ranking
60th/91
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Complete University Guide ranking
121st
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Complete University Guide Nursing ranking
62nd
What students say
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Tuition fees
Student living
£10,050 per year
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Overall ratingRating icon4.2
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3 stars
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Uni info

Student rating
(4.3)
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CUG ranking 121st
University of Northampton
East Park TerraceSouthamptonSouthamptonSO14 0YNUnited Kingdom
Nearest train station:Southampton Central 0.4 miles away
Nearest tube station:Heathrow Terminals 1 2 3 35.2 miles away
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