Pearson International BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Nursing and Healthcare Assistant
The objective of the Level 5 Diploma in Nursing and Healthcare Assistant qualification is to equip learners with the underpinning knowledge, understanding and skills required for a career in the Nursing and Healthcare Assistant sector, this HND in Healthcare Practice can be an excellent choice for individuals interested in pursuing a career in Healthcare Practice, or related fields.
The program provides the required education and training for a range of careers in healthcare, including healthcare support and assistant roles in a range of settings, nursing assistant/auxiliary roles, care navigation, planning and assessment roles as well as roles in public health.
It also develops students as professional, self-reflecting individuals able to meet the demands of employers in the healthcare sector and adapt to a constantly changing world. The qualifications aim to widen access to higher education and enhance the career.
Entry Requirements
Academic Requirement:
Grade 12 High school Certificate with Pass Grade or Level 3 Vocational qualification in the relevant field.
English Language Requirement:
Non-native English speakers and who have not carried out their final two years of schooling in English can demonstrate ability at a standard equivalent to:
- PTE Academic 51, or
- IELTS 5.5 (reading and writing must be at 5.5)
Study Plan
Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Certificate credits
Qualification credit value:
- a minimum of 240 credits. This is made up of fourteen units, twelve with a value of 15 credits, and two with a value of 30 credits.
- So total 240 credits, 120 credits are at Level 5 (7 units) and 120 credits are at Level 4 (7 units).
- Total qualification time = 2,400 hours.
- Total guided learning hours = 960 hours.
- Mix of core, specialist and optional units.
| Year 1 | Year 2 |
|---|---|
| Law, Policy and Ethical Practice in Health and Social Care | Innovation and Improvement through Action Research (Pearson-set Project) |
| Demonstrating Professional Principles and Values in Health and Social Care Practice | Reflective Approaches in Implementing Person-Centred Practice |
| Supporting the Individual Journey through Integrated Health and Social Care | Care Planning Processes in Healthcare Practice |
| Fundamentals of Evidence-based Practice (Pearson-set Project) | Recognising and Meeting the Needs of People with Long-term Health Conditions |
| Fundamentals of Anatomy and Physiology for Health and Ill-Health | Pharmacology and Medicine Management |
| Health Education in Action | Nursing – Principles and Fundamentals of Practice |
| Effective Healthcare Practice using Maths | Project Management for Healthcare |
Progression
Career Opportunities
- Patient Care Technicians
- Critical Care Technicians
- Home Health Aide
- Travel Nursing Assistant
- Medical office assistant
- Patient coordinator
- Medical records clerk
- Mental Health Facilities