Couldnt get funding for an access to nursing what now?
Hi all I'm feeling gutted and trapped.
I've always wanted to become a nurse. I am 40 . I studied a nursing access course fifteen years ago and past , got offered a place at university studied the first year then fell pregnant with my son , I had to leave my course as I had health problems.
Since then I have been raising a family and working odd jobs , partner was main bread winner. We have now split and I'm trying to fulfil my dream of becoming a nurse.
I applied for an access to nursing course then applied for an advanced learner loan and it was rejected the reason being you can only ever get a advanced learner loan once for an access course . I am absolutely gutted. I've had to tell the college I cannot attend as didnt get the funding. I cannot afford to pay for the course myself, I am a single parent and on a very tight budget.
Can anyone give me some advice on how I could now possibly progress onto a nursing degree without an access? I have spoken to my local university and I need to show evidence of study in the last 5 years so my old access is out if date. Really disheartened right now
I've always wanted to become a nurse. I am 40 . I studied a nursing access course fifteen years ago and past , got offered a place at university studied the first year then fell pregnant with my son , I had to leave my course as I had health problems.
Since then I have been raising a family and working odd jobs , partner was main bread winner. We have now split and I'm trying to fulfil my dream of becoming a nurse.
I applied for an access to nursing course then applied for an advanced learner loan and it was rejected the reason being you can only ever get a advanced learner loan once for an access course . I am absolutely gutted. I've had to tell the college I cannot attend as didnt get the funding. I cannot afford to pay for the course myself, I am a single parent and on a very tight budget.
Can anyone give me some advice on how I could now possibly progress onto a nursing degree without an access? I have spoken to my local university and I need to show evidence of study in the last 5 years so my old access is out if date. Really disheartened right now
Reply 1
Hi, hope you’re ok and I fully understand where you’re coming from…but please don’t give up!
What area do you live? Is it possible to try a different uni? They have different rules sometimes
Also have you looked into becoming a nurse associate and go into nursing that way?
What area do you live? Is it possible to try a different uni? They have different rules sometimes
Also have you looked into becoming a nurse associate and go into nursing that way?
Reply 2
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by PearlysandshellHi all I'm feeling gutted and trapped.
I've always wanted to become a nurse. I am 40 . I studied a nursing access course fifteen years ago and past , got offered a place at university studied the first year then fell pregnant with my son , I had to leave my course as I had health problems.
Since then I have been raising a family and working odd jobs , partner was main bread winner. We have now split and I'm trying to fulfil my dream of becoming a nurse.
I applied for an access to nursing course then applied for an advanced learner loan and it was rejected the reason being you can only ever get a advanced learner loan once for an access course . I am absolutely gutted. I've had to tell the college I cannot attend as didnt get the funding. I cannot afford to pay for the course myself, I am a single parent and on a very tight budget.
Can anyone give me some advice on how I could now possibly progress onto a nursing degree without an access? I have spoken to my local university and I need to show evidence of study in the last 5 years so my old access is out if date. Really disheartened right now
I've always wanted to become a nurse. I am 40 . I studied a nursing access course fifteen years ago and past , got offered a place at university studied the first year then fell pregnant with my son , I had to leave my course as I had health problems.
Since then I have been raising a family and working odd jobs , partner was main bread winner. We have now split and I'm trying to fulfil my dream of becoming a nurse.
I applied for an access to nursing course then applied for an advanced learner loan and it was rejected the reason being you can only ever get a advanced learner loan once for an access course . I am absolutely gutted. I've had to tell the college I cannot attend as didnt get the funding. I cannot afford to pay for the course myself, I am a single parent and on a very tight budget.
Can anyone give me some advice on how I could now possibly progress onto a nursing degree without an access? I have spoken to my local university and I need to show evidence of study in the last 5 years so my old access is out if date. Really disheartened right now
Hi, have you considered completing a foundation year? It is completed at University before you start the nursing degree. They entry requirements are low, and I think you will be entitled to full funding. Reach out to a uni that is offering this option, and contact Student Loans to check what funding you are eligible for.
Reply 3
Hi there!
If you work in healthcare, you could enquire about nursing degree apprenticeships. The entry requirements for LJMU are as follows:
More information can be found here:
https://www.ljmu.ac.uk/study/courses/undergraduates/2025/36949-nursing-adult-bsc-hons
Nat
Third-year student nurse and ambassador
If you work in healthcare, you could enquire about nursing degree apprenticeships. The entry requirements for LJMU are as follows:
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A minimum of two GCSE's which must include Maths and English at grade C (level 4-9) or above OR level 2 Equivalency in Numeracy and Literacy.
More information can be found here:
https://www.ljmu.ac.uk/study/courses/undergraduates/2025/36949-nursing-adult-bsc-hons
Nat
Third-year student nurse and ambassador
Reply 4
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Why do you need to do a second access course if you passed last time? Just apply for a degree.
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by vj32Why do you need to do a second access course if you passed last time? Just apply for a degree.
Unis want to see recent study - usually within the last five years. The OP did their first access course 15 years ago.
Reply 6
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Not all universities would be bothered, can you look at other providers? Or what recent study do they need? Could something like an OU module rather than a full repeat access course be acceptable? What about a foundation year in a related subject?
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