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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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Study in:: Chelmsford; Distance learning; Cambridge
Available as:: Short course
Course features: Undertake an innovative exploration of leadership and management in healthcare, examining their impact on organisations and wider external considerations.

Study in:: Chelmsford; Distance learning
Available as:: Short course
Course features: Develop your existing knowledge and skills by exploring how, as midwives, we can support positive outcomes for women with complex social, emotional, and physical needs.

Study in:: Distance learning; Cambridge
Available as:: Workshop
Course features: Over two days you will discuss all methods of contraceptive care and you will be provided with an overview of sexually transmitted infections. Although this workshop carries no academic credits, you will receive a certificate of attendance.

Study in:: Distance learning
Available as:: Short course
Course features: Develop the knowledge and skills to become a competent practitioner in the field of lactation. This module would prepare you for Pathway 1 of the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners’ (IBCLE) examination, providing in excess of the 95 hours of specific lactation education required to apply for the IBCLE exam, if you choose to do take it.

Study in:: Distance learning
Available as:: Short course
Course features: This distance learning course is aimed at registered midwives working in clinical leadership roles in intrapartum areas, such as as Labour Ward or MLBU Coordinators.

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.

Study in:: Chelmsford; 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.

Study in:: Distance learning; Cambridge
Available as:: Short course
Course features: Deepen your understanding of contraception and sexual health, including how sexuality and sexual health services are impacted by external factors. Consider the cultural, political, legal and ethical contexts of human sexuality and contraception. Enhance your ability to help people access services to make informed choices for themselves.