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University degree

Nursing Associate

University of Plymouth
Qualification
Degree
Length
2 yrs
UK fees / yr
£9,535
Study
Full-time
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About this course

FdSc Nursing Associate. This Foundation Degree programme provides students who are interested in developing a career in nursing, with an accessible and... This module will introduce students to the role of the Nursing Associate in society and in contemporary healthcare, and equip them with the tools to gather and use appropriate information to become independent learners and reflective practitioners.

FDNA408 Applied Anatomy and Physiology for Nursing Associates 20 credits FDNA411 Therapeutic Relationships through Effective Communication 20 credits This module supports students to develop basic, person-centred communication skills enabling them to engage effectively with individuals and their families, utilising a range of collaborative interpersonal skills and adopting therapeutic and ethical frameworks that can be applied in health and social care.

Pay & prospects
What graduates earn over time
£29,500
3 years on
£34,000
5 years on
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