The Bridging And Bridging Plus Programmes

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The Bridging Programme lasts for a duration of 10 weeks, during which learners work towards obtaining the Level 3 certificate in Bridging Skills for Higher Education.

The programme includes 10 remote teaching sessions, with an additional support provided where required. Learners will take part in self-directed study between these teaching sessions.

The OCN Level 3 Certificate in Bridging Skills for Higher Education, consists of five mandatory units. To attain the Certificate, learners must successfully complete these units. Learners will earn a total of 16 credits at Level 3 and 8 UCAS points.

Learners will also develop their critical thinking skills, tailored learning practices and methods of reflection and continual improvement.

The Bridging Programme Units:

• Extended Academic Essay and Report Writing Skills for Higher Study.
• Essential Skills for Academic Study.
• Extended Project Skills for Academic Study.
• Finding and Reading Information Skills for Academic Study.
• Understanding Opportunities in Higher Education.

The Bridging Plus Programme is an extension of the main bridging programme, with two additional workshops, and has been specifically designed for learners who wish to progress onto apprenticeship degree pathways when the HEI requires additional science appropriate to the area of study, such as physiotherapy.

The Bridging Plus Programme Additional Units

Below are the accredited units from the Pearson Diploma in Healthcare Science Level 2:

• Introduction to human cell and tissue structures.

• The nervous system.

• Cardiovascular, lymphatic and respiratory systems.

• The musculoskeletal system.

• The endocrine system.

• The reproductive system (maternity learners only).