Course Curriculum

Introduction to Nursing 00:13:00
Working in Different Healthcare Settings 00:14:00
Legal, Standards and Professional Aspects of Ethical Practice Part – 1 00:12:00
Legal, Standards and Professional Aspects of Ethical Practice Part – 2 00:21:00
Effective Communication in Nursing 00:14:00
Health and Safety in Nursing 00:16:00
Hygiene in Nursing 00:14:00
Infection Control 00:15:00
Asepsis in Nursing 00:12:00
Medication Administration in Nursing 00:12:00
Adult Care in Different Life Stages 00:11:00
Understanding the Immune System in Nursing 00:12:00
Rest and Sleep Management in Nursing 00:13:00
Mobility and Immobility Issues of Patients in Nursing 00:15:00
Pain Management for Nurses 00:14:00
Nutrition in Nursing 00:14:00
Fluid and Electrolyte Balance 00:15:00
Assisting with Elimination 00:13:00
Oxygenation in Nursing 00:13:00
Obtain Your Certificate 00:00:00

Course Overview

Adult Nursing is a career that puts you right at the heart of patient care, supporting people through illness, recovery, and everyday health needs. With the NHS and care sector always looking for capable staff, this is a genuinely useful skill set to build.

This course covers the full basics of adult nursing, from legal and ethical standards to hygiene, infection control, and medication administration. You’ll learn how to support patients through different life stages, manage pain and nutrition, and understand key body systems like the immune system and fluid balance. It also covers mobility issues and effective communication, giving you a complete, practical grounding in patient care.

Whether you’re starting a new career or building on existing care experience, this course gives you real, usable skills. You’ll finish with the confidence to support patients safely across hospitals, care homes, and community settings, ready to take the next step in adult nursing.

Learning Outcomes

  • Understand the legal, ethical, and professional standards behind adult nursing
  • Communicate clearly and effectively with patients and healthcare teams
  • Apply proper hygiene, infection control, and asepsis in clinical practice
  • Administer medication safely and support patients through pain management
  • Support adults across different life stages with appropriate, person-centred care
  • Manage nutrition, fluid balance, and elimination needs for patients in your care
  • Assist patients with mobility issues and oxygenation as part of daily adult nursing duties

Assessment

After completing the Nursing Assistant training, you will take an online multiple-choice assessment and can prepare with the included mock exam. Upon successful completion, you will receive a CPD-accredited PDF certificate. A hardcopy certificate is available for £9.99, with £10 UK delivery or £19.99 international shipping.

Who Is This Course For

This Diploma in Nursing Assistant is ideal for anyone who is looking to start or develop a healthcare career. It is suitable for aspiring nursing assistants, healthcare support workers, caregivers, and learners who want to build a strong understanding of patient care and clinical practice.

It is also a good fit for those preparing for further studies in nursing or healthcare, or anyone who wants to strengthen their knowledge and confidence in a healthcare setting.

Why Take This Course from The Cambridge Open Academy

The Cambridge Open Academy offers CPD-accredited, flexible online learning designed around your schedule, with instant access so you can start straight away. You will also benefit from lifetime access to all course materials for future reference and revision, along with 24/7 customer support whenever you need assistance, making this a convenient and career-focused way to build valuable nursing assistant skills.

Requirements

No prior experience in the Diploma in Nursing Assistant Course UK is required. A basic understanding of English and a willingness to learn are all you need to get started.

Nursing Assistant & Care Career Path 

  • Healthcare Assistant (HCA) / Nursing Assistant (Adult)
    Provide direct personal care, monitor vital signs, assist with daily living activities, and support registered nurses in hospitals, care homes, or community settings for adult patients.
    Salary: £23,000 – £30,000 per year (higher with experience or shifts)
  • Nursing Associate
    Bridge the gap between HCAs and registered nurses by delivering hands-on care, administering medications (after training), and contributing to care planning in adult wards or community teams.
    Salary: £28,000 – £35,000 per year
  • Registered Adult Nurse (Staff Nurse)
    Deliver comprehensive nursing care to adult patients, including assessments, medication administration, wound care, and coordination with multidisciplinary teams in NHS hospitals or private settings.
    Salary: £32,000 – £39,000 per year (starting ~£32,073 in 2026)
  • Community / District Nurse
    Provide home-based care for adults with long-term conditions, post-discharge support, palliative care, and health education in community settings.
    Salary: £34,000 – £45,000 per year
  • Senior Staff Nurse / Band 6 Nurse
    Lead shifts, mentor junior staff, manage complex patient cases, and specialise in areas like acute medicine, surgical wards, or chronic disease management.
    Salary: £39,000 – £48,000 per year
  • Ward Manager / Charge Nurse
    Oversee a clinical ward or team, ensure high standards of care, manage staff rotas and budgets, and drive quality improvements in adult nursing services.
    Salary: £47,000 – £57,000+ per year

Certification:​

Once you have successfully completed this course, you can order a certificate as proof of your achievement.

A PDF certificate is available for £5.99. You can also request a hardcopy certificate for £9.99.

Delivery of the hardcopy certificate is free within the United Kingdom. For international learners, an additional delivery charge will apply based on the destination country.

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