Students must study the following five core units:

Study and Communication Skills – Equips students with the essential academic skills required for success at university level. Students will learn how to conduct independent research, structure academic writing, deliver presentations, and critically engage with scholarly materials.

Health Studies – Provides an overview of the healthcare system, professional practice, and the roles and responsibilities of healthcare professionals. This unit encourages reflection on ethical principles and professional conduct.

Human Biology – Covers the structure and function of the human body, including major systems such as cardiovascular, respiratory, and digestive. Students will gain insight into homeostasis, cell biology, and human development.

Psychology for Health – Introduces psychological concepts relevant to healthcare settings. Topics include theories of development, mental health, stress and coping mechanisms, and communication in care environments.

Mathematics for Health Professionals – Reinforces core mathematical principles needed in healthcare contexts, including dosage calculations, interpreting data, and using statistics in health-related research.

For entry onto the Access to Higher Education Diplomas for Health Professions qualification, students must meet the following entry requirements:

• Be aged 19 or over at the start of the course.

• Hold GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics at grade C/4 or above.

• Have a demonstrated interest in health and social care professions.

• Non-native English speakers must have a valid score of 5.5 or above in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) examination or equivalent. Alternatively, students may take a placement test administered by the centre.

The Access to Higher Education syllabus and assessment is suitable for adult learners aiming to transition into higher education.

Students that complete the Access to Higher Education Diplomas for Health Professions can:

• Enrol onto degree-level qualifications in Nursing, Midwifery, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, and other health-related programmes offered by UK universities.

• Apply to professional training courses in the healthcare sector.

• Healthcare Assistant

• Mental Health Support Worker

• Maternity Support Worker

• Occupational Therapy Assistant

• Physiotherapy Assistant

• Support Worker in Residential or Community Care Settings

Assessments for all units will be offered in a number of assessment cycles throughout the year. The units are all assessed by either examination or assignments.

Past papers and sample assessments:

Study and Communication Skills

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Mathematics for Health Professionals

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Health Studies

• The Health Studies Assignment is open-ended and remains consistent across cycles.

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  • View Live Mark Scheme here.

Human Biology

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Psychology for Health

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• View a Sample Assignment Mark Scheme here.

This qualification is regulated by Ofqual (Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation) to award the Access to Higher Education Diplomas for Health Professions in England.
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