Introduction to Nursing
- Campus
- Anniesland Campus, Cardonald Campus
- SCQF Level
- 6, 7
- SCQF Credit Points
- 30
The Introduction to Nursing programme will provide you with an introduction to the nursing profession which will allow you to examine a career in nursing or health care. The course consists of practical sessions within the college skills lab carrying out foundation nursing skills and prevention of infection. An introduction to mental health and first aid will be included. You will investigate professional standards and accountability in effective care practice and gain academic skills that will prepare you for future university study.
Additionally, by completing this course there is the possibility of progressing to Glasgow Caledonian University adult or learning disability BSc Nursing studies degrees. However, you must have the entry requirements of two Highers at a B Grade (one Higher must be an essay/written subject) and you must also pass this Introduction to Nursing Programme and be highly recommended by the college.
Qualification Breakdown
Introduction to Nursing SCQF Level 5/6. Units you will study are:
- Academic Writing for Health Care
- Introduction to Mental Health
- Foundations of Care Practice
- First Aid
Entry requirements
You must have:
- National 5 Maths or Application of Maths.
You must also be sitting at least two highers or have achieved two highers that meet the Glasgow Caledonian Pathway requirements (two Highers at a B Grade -one Higher must be an essay/written subject).
Target year group: S5 or S6.
Attendance Pattern
You will attend college on Tuesday and Thursday afternoon from 13:30 – 16:00.
Progression Pathways
On successful completion of this course, you will have the opportunity to be treated as an internal applicant or progress to Glasgow Caledonian University directly. This will also be dependent on your attendance and commitment to this course.
To progress to Glasgow Caledonian University adult or learning disability BSc Nursing studies degrees, you must have the entry requirements of two Highers at a B Grade (one Higher must be an essay/written subject). You must also pass this Introduction to Nursing Programme and be highly recommended by the college.
If you do not qualify for the Glasgow Caledonian progression, you might go on to do:
- National Certificate Level 6 Health Care (Pre-Nursing course with clinical placement average one day per week).
- Higher National Certificate Healthcare Practice (Equivalent to First Year Nursing).
You will be required to have successfully completed the Intro to Nursing plus have one additional Highers, one of which must be essay/written subject.
How to Apply
When you click on the Apply button you will be redirected to create an application account for your chosen Senior Phase course.
- Use a personal email address and ensure your password is something that you will remember.
- You will receive an email asking you to confirm your account. This will take you to the application form.
- You will receive a link to the application portal within each email you receive - please use this link to track your application