Access Course Study &amp; Discussion Thread **2017-2018**

Hi! I'm 31, in July I handed in my notice at my current job (office / supervisor based) and applied to do an access course at my local college! Nursing is something I've wanted to do for years, but 'life' kept getting in the way. I'm also starting a new job next week as a care assistant to get some experience in the care industry! So i'ts all brand new for me.

Name: Emma
Access Pathway: Health
Hoping to study: Childrens Nursing

Reply 145

Original post by Miranda09

I'm starting the access to nursing and healthcare in September. Four years ago applied to do the course and found out I would have to retake my GCSEs in English and Maths to do it. I felt it would be a lot to do but as I want a career in midwifery or nursing I knew I had to do it. In the last four years I have done English (c), Maths (c), Science (b), ITQ level 1&2 and health and social care level 1. It's been a long haul but I'm finally starting the access course and glad that my perseverance has paid off. I'm 40 in November, a single mum to five children and now a nanny. It's never too late to make a change when you have a goal in mind 😁.

That's amazing! You've done so well. I am also hoping to get into nursing (childrens). I have a C in maths but they've advised I do extra maths alongside to try and get a B.

I have an almost 2yo son and an 8yo step daughter, just starting out as a care assistant too, I don't have any experience in the healthcare industry. I'm excited yet terrified at the same time, for my life to completely change!

Reply 146

JiggzUK

4

Original post by Miranda09

I'm starting the access to nursing and healthcare in September. Four years ago applied to do the course and found out I would have to retake my GCSEs in English and Maths to do it. I felt it would be a lot to do but as I want a career in midwifery or nursing I knew I had to do it. In the last four years I have done English (c), Maths (c), Science (b), ITQ level 1&2 and health and social care level 1. It's been a long haul but I'm finally starting the access course and glad that my perseverance has paid off. I'm 40 in November, a single mum to five children and now a nanny. It's never too late to make a change when you have a goal in mind 😁.

Congratulations! That's quite an achievement and like most of us, I bet you're ready to get stuck in.

Reply 147

username3508706

9

Original post by Phoenix85

Name: Viki
Pathway: Humanities and Arts
Goal: creative writing and English literature degree

Feeling really nervous - starting in two weeks!

Hi Viki,

I think we're all a little nervous. I'm sure some excitement is mixed in there too though.

Good luck on your access! I'm also doing Humanities. :smile:

Reply 148

EveeyBean

I've *finally* had 100% confirmation on the course aha! Basically there was a big mix-up from the tutor and the learning advisor I've been in contact with, but I'm very excited to announce that I start on the 8th! Can't wait! :h:

Also, don't suppose anyone else is going to the open day at Nottingham on the 16th?

(edited 6 years ago)

Reply 149

Original post by EveeyBean

I've *finally* had 100% confirmation on the course aha! Basically there was a big mix-up from the tutor and the learning advisor I've been in contact with, but I'm very excited to announce that I start on the 8th! Can't wait! :h:

Ah congrats! I only had my interview on 18th Aug (although it was supposed to be the 24th) they do seem to like to leave it late!

Although until enrolment day on Thursday this week I don't even know the start date as they've given no info except the proposed schedule which isn't even definite :s-smilie:

Reply 150

EveeyBean

Original post by emmanoodle

Ah congrats! I only had my interview on 18th Aug (although it was supposed to be the 24th) they do seem to like to leave it late!

Although until enrolment day on Thursday this week I don't even know the start date as they've given no info except the proposed schedule which isn't even definite :s-smilie:

Yeah, I feel your pain! They do seem to be very last minute at some places, which I kind of get as the lecturer and the admissions tutor at my college had both gone on holiday over the summer which hindered hearing back from them. I enrolled in July (I think?) but didn't hear much until last week after chasing them up!

I've got a schedule and what subjects I'll be studying at least, so hopefully you'll hear once you get there. When is your start date? Or is it the same day as enrollment?

Reply 151

Original post by EveeyBean

Yeah, I feel your pain! They do seem to be very last minute at some places, which I kind of get as the lecturer and the admissions tutor at my college had both gone on holiday over the summer which hindered hearing back from them. I enrolled in July (I think?) but didn't hear much until last week after chasing them up!

I've got a schedule and what subjects I'll be studying at least, so hopefully you'll hear once you get there. When is your start date? Or is it the same day as enrollment?

I don't even have a start day yet, I find out on enrolment day (I hope :colondollar:

)

I just can't wait to get going! I'm just finishing up my last few days at my current job.

Reply 152

EveeyBean

Original post by emmanoodle

I don't even have a start day yet, I find out on enrolment day (I hope :colondollar:

)

I just can't wait to get going! I'm just finishing up my last few days at my current job.

I left my job yesterday as it was fixed-term anyway! Where you going to be working? I'm thinking of doing some bank care work as I have a H&SC NVQ already but we'll see.

Reply 153

Original post by EveeyBean

I left my job yesterday as it was fixed-term anyway! Where you going to be working? I'm thinking of doing some bank care work as I have a H&SC NVQ already but we'll see.

I'm starting as a care assistant in a care home that's literally opposite my house. I have zero experience in care - I wanted to do HCA at local hospital but they don't take anyone without NVQ & at least 6 months experience. I'm happy with this though, especially as it is really convenient! They're happy to work around my college schedule too as they take a lot of students in who are looking for experience.

Reply 154

meli-b

10

Name: Melissa
Access pathway: Education (Had to choose education rather than humanities so I could study four modules: higher maths, sociology, literary studies, ICT)
Hoping to study: Liberal Arts

I start on the 4th of September, I'm so nervous!!

Reply 155

rosemadder

12

Original post by meli-b

Name: Melissa
Access pathway: Education (Had to choose education rather than humanities so I could study four modules: higher maths, sociology, literary studies, ICT)
Hoping to study: Liberal Arts

I start on the 4th of September, I'm so nervous!!

Not long to go now, good luck. I started today, turned out not to be as daunting as I thought.

Reply 156

Beeshyknight