One question that all adult learners will need to ask themselves before entering Higher Education is whether or not they are prepared to commence this level of study. Factors in this are whether or not the learner has the right qualifications to meet the entry requirements for the course. Also to be considered is any experience the learner may have, for example any work experience relevant to the course, either paid or voluntary. Personal experience may also increase the level of preparation of the learner, especially where health related courses such as nursing are concerned, for example being a career for a relative with a disability.

There are many factors to consider when applying to Higher Education, the most prominent of which are finances, time, the course itself, and levels of preparation. There are a large number of decisions to make but, as statistics show, there are many plus sides to entering Higher Education during adulthood and help and support are available every step of the way.