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The Diploma in Nursing Assistant Level 5 is a professionally designed online course for anyone who wants to start or advance a career as a nursing assistant in healthcare settings. This course provides the essential knowledge, practical understanding, and professional standards required to support patients safely and confidently.
Designed to meet modern healthcare needs, this nursing assistant course covers patient care, safeguarding, communication, legal responsibilities, and health and safety. Whether you are entering healthcare for the first time or looking to formalise your skills, this course offers a clear and structured pathway into nursing assistant work.
The course is CPD accredited, fully online, and self-paced, allowing you to study anytime, anywhere. With interactive modules, expert tutor support, and an instant free CPD certificate, you can gain a recognised qualification quickly and efficiently—without disrupting your current commitments.
Key Features
- Accredited by CPD
- Instant e-certificate and hard copy dispatch by next working day
- Fully online, interactive course with audio voiceover
- Self-paced learning and laptop, tablet, smartphone-friendly
- 24/7 Learning Assistance
- Discounts on bulk purchases
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Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Understand the role of a nursing assistant and key responsibilities in healthcare.
- Work confidently in hospitals, care homes, and clinics.
- Apply legal, ethical, and professional standards in patient care.
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
- Support child growth, development, and welfare.
- Promote health, safety, and nutrition in care environments.
- Demonstrate practical skills for real-world nursing assistant work.
Who Should Take This Nursing Assistant Course?
This course is suitable for individuals at different stages of their healthcare journey, including:
- Aspiring nursing assistants with no prior experience
- Individuals seeking a certified nurses assistant qualification
- Healthcare support workers wanting formal certification
- Those returning to work in healthcare after a break
- Parents or carers interested in child health and safeguarding
- Anyone exploring nursing assistant work in hospitals, care homes, or clinics
No previous qualifications are required to enrol.
Why Choose This Diploma in Nursing Assistant Level 5
This course is carefully designed to provide a clear understanding of nursing assistant roles, making it suitable for beginners and those looking to enhance their skills. Every module is structured to be easy to follow while covering essential healthcare knowledge and professional standards.
With full CPD accreditation and tutor support available throughout, learners gain a recognised qualification and guidance whenever needed.
After completing this programme, you can strengthen your employability, improve your skills, and take the next step toward a rewarding healthcare career.
Course Duration & Study Mode
Completing this course opens doors to a wide range of healthcare roles, including:
- Total Duration: 4 hours 48 minutes
- Study Mode: Online, self-paced
- Access: 24/7 via desktop, tablet, or mobile
- Start Anytime: No fixed deadlines
You can complete the course at your own pace and revisit materials whenever needed.
Career Opportunities & Nursing Assistant Work
Completing this course opens doors to a wide range of healthcare roles, including:
- Nursing Assistant
- Healthcare Assistant
- Support Worker
- Care Assistant
- Clinical Support Worker
- Childcare & Early Years Support Roles
This qualification strengthens your employability across NHS and private healthcare settings.
Nursing Assistant Salary in the UK
Nursing assistant salaries in the UK can vary depending on experience, employer, and role responsibilities. In the NHS—where many nursing assistants and healthcare support workers are employed—salaries are set according to the Agenda for Change pay bands.
Typical UK NHS Pay Bands Relevant to Nursing Assistants:
- Entry-level Nursing Assistant Earns £20,000 – £23,000 Yearly
- Experienced Nursing Assistant Earns £24,000 – £28,000 Yearly
- Senior or Specialist Nursing Assistant Earns £29,000 – £35,000+ Yearly
Certification
After successfully completing the Diploma in Nursing Assistant Level 5 course, learners will be able to order an endorsed certificate as proof of their achievement. This certificate of achievement endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme. You can have endorsed certificates delivered to your home via post for just £109.
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All of our courses, including this Diploma in Nursing Assistant Level 5, are fully accredited, providing you with up-to-date skills and knowledge and helping you to become more competent and effective in your chosen field.
Course Curriculum
Diploma in Nursing Assistant Level 5
- Module 01: Introduction to Nursing
- Module 02: Working in Different Healthcare Settings
- Module 03: Understanding legal, professional standards of practice and ethical aspects of health care- Part 1
- Module 04: Understanding legal, professional standards of practice and ethical aspects of health care- Part 2
- Module 05: Effective Communication in Nursing
- Module 06: Understanding the Growth and Development of Children
- Module 07: Safeguarding, Protection and Welfare of Young Children
- Module 08: Health and Safety of Children in the Early Years
- Module 09: Nutrition and Healthy Food for Children
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FAQs about Nursing Assistant Course
What is a nursing assistant course?
A nursing assistant course trains individuals to support nurses and healthcare teams in hospitals, care homes, and clinics. It covers patient care, communication, health and safety, and professional standards. Completing the course provides a recognised certificate and prepares you for nursing assistant work.
How long does it take to complete a nursing assistant course online?
Most online nursing assistant courses, including this Level 5 diploma, can be completed in under 5 hours. Since it is self-paced, you can study at your convenience and finish faster or slower depending on your schedule.
Do I need experience to become a certified nursing assistant?
No prior experience is required. This CPD-accredited course is suitable for beginners and provides all the knowledge and skills needed to start working as a nursing assistant.
What jobs can I get after completing a nursing assistant course?
After completing a nursing assistant course, you can work as a nursing assistant, healthcare assistant, care assistant, or support worker in hospitals, care homes, clinics, and community care.
How much does a nursing assistant earn in the UK?
Nursing assistants in the UK typically earn between £20,000 and £35,000 per year, depending on experience and NHS pay bands. Entry-level roles usually start around £24,000, while senior positions or specialist roles can earn £30,000 or more.
Is this nursing assistant course CPD accredited?
Yes, this Diploma in Nursing Assistant Level 5 is fully CPD accredited, meaning it is recognised by employers and provides a professional certificate upon completion.
Can I study this nursing assistant course on mobile or tablet?
Yes. The course is 100% online, mobile-friendly, and self-paced, allowing you to learn on a computer, tablet, or smartphone anytime, anywhere.
Will this course help me get a nursing assistant job in the NHS?
Yes. The course covers all the key skills, legal standards, and practical knowledge required for nursing assistant work in the NHS and private healthcare settings.
Do I get a certificate after completing the course?
Yes. You will receive an instant free CPD-accredited certificate upon successful completion, which can be downloaded, printed, and added to your CV.
What’s the fastest way to get a nursing diploma?
The fastest way to earn a nursing diploma is by taking an online, self-paced course like the Diploma in Nursing Assistant Level 5. This allows you to study anytime and complete the course at your own speed. With our course, you can finish in approximately 4 hours and 48 minutes and receive an instant CPD-accredited certificate, helping you quickly start your career in healthcare.
Course Curriculum
| Diploma in Nursing Assistant Level 5 | |||
| Module 01: Introduction to Nursing | 00:15:00 | ||
| Module 02: Working in Different Healthcare Settings | 00:13:00 | ||
| Module 03: Understanding legal, professional standards of practice and ethical aspects of health care- Part 1 | 00:50:00 | ||
| Module 04: Understanding legal, professional standards of practice and ethical aspects of health care- Part 2 | 00:48:00 | ||
| Module 05: Effective Communication in Nursing | 00:45:00 | ||
| Module 06: Understanding the Growth and Development of Children | 00:26:00 | ||
| Module 07: Safeguarding, Protection and Welfare of Young Children | 00:26:00 | ||
| Module 08: Health and Safety of Children in the Early Years | 00:35:00 | ||
| Module 09: Nutrition and Healthy Food for Children | 00:30:00 | ||
| Order Your QLS Endorsed Certificate | |||
| Get Your QLS Endorsed Certificate | 00:00:00 | ||
| Transcript and Certificate | |||
| Transcript and Certificate | 00:00:00 | ||
| Trust Pilot Review | 00:00:00 | ||
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