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Short courses and CPD

We offer a range of short courses, from certified training for health and social care professionals, to craft and hobby courses, and accredited programmes that support technical skills. Discover the benefits of studying with ARU.

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Optometry Adaptation

CPD and short courses

Study in:
Cambridge
Available as:
Short course
Course features
A bespoke course of lectures and clinical practice tailored to the needs of the applicant. Our Adaptation course is built for you based on the recommendations of the General Optical Council (GOC). It has been created to support optometrists who trained outside the UK but are now looking to practise in the UK and need to register with the GOC.
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Paediatric Audiological Assessment (newborns)

CPD and short courses

Study in:
Blended learning
Available as:
Short course
Course features
This exciting course is aimed at those currently working in a suitable audiology department and currently registered with AHCS/RCCP or HCPC.
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Pathophysiology and Diagnostics for Advanced Practice

CPD and short courses

Study in:
Chelmsford
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Blended learning
,
Cambridge
Available as:
Short course
Course features
Develop your knowledge in the field of pathophysiology and diagnostics and your skills in the application of this knowledge in clinical reasoning and management of patients with core clinical conditions.
Course details Apply

Professional Advocate Preparation

CPD and short courses

Study in:
Available as:
Short course
Course features
Develop your clinical leadership skills as a healthcare practitioner, enabling you to undertake the role of Professional Advocate (PA).
Course details Apply

Professional Practice and Legislation

CPD and short courses

Study in:
Distance learning
Available as:
Short course
Course features
Get an introduction to skills and requirements relating to the para-professional field of pet behaviour counselling, and prepare for work in this industry. Study with the Pet Behaviour Academy at Writtle College.
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Promoting Normal Childbirth

CPD and short courses

Study in:
Chelmsford
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Distance learning
Available as:
Short course
Course features
Develop your existing knowledge and skills by exploring the concept of normality and how this might be promoted.
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Return to Midwifery Practice

CPD and short courses

Study in:
Chelmsford
,
Blended learning
,
ARU Peterborough
,
Cambridge
Available as:
Short course
Course features
Our 6 month CPD course is aimed at qualified midwives, wishing to return to the UK Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) register. It offers a supported route back to midwifery practice. Your skills and experience are extremely valuable, and this is a great time to return to the profession. Applicants accepted directly onto the course are fully funded and you'll also receive a bursary from health Education England on successful completion.
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Return to Nursing Practice

CPD and short courses

Study in:
Blended learning
Available as:
Short course
Course features
Are you a qualified adult, child or mental health nurse who'd like to apply for re-entry to the professional register? Our 12-week course, validated by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), can help you get your career back on track quickly and safely. Please note: this course is not available for overseas nurses who wish to register for the first time with the NMC.
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Specialist Mental Health Care

CPD and short courses

Study in:
Blended learning
Available as:
Short course
Course features
Deepen your understanding of more complex issues in mental illness. This module will help you to develop specialist knowledge of certain mental health issues, interventions and current affairs in this subject area.
Course details Apply

Understanding Diabetes

CPD and short courses

Study in:
Available as:
Workshop
Course features
Introducing the basic principles of diabetes care, which are applicable to a wide range of health care settings.
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Work-Based Learning

CPD and short courses

Study in:
Blended learning
Available as:
Short course
Course features
Develop your knowledge and understanding around key public health priorities with this practice-based module for registered nurses. You'll explore the interventions available to tackle your area of interest at a local, national, and global level, informing your future practice.
Course details Apply

Wound Management

CPD and short courses

Study in:
Chelmsford
,
Blended learning
,
Cambridge
Available as:
Short course
Course features
Deliver higher-quality patient care by developing your existing wound-management skills. Focus on wounds at cellular level, including factors which promote or prevent healing. Make informed decisions about care strategies and advanced wound-healing technologies. Add depth to your existing skillset, and enhance your career prospects in the process.
Course details Apply
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