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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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Abrasive Wheels

CPD and short courses

Study in:
Writtle
Available as:
Short course
Course features
Learn to use bench-mounted and hand-held electrical abrasive wheels in this half day course.

Abrasive Wheels (LANTRA)

CPD and short courses

Study in:
Writtle
Available as:
Short course
Course features
Learn to use, or supervise the use of, bench-mounted, hand-held electrical and engine driven abrasive wheels in this one day integrated training and assessment programme. It is approved by Lantra Awards.
Study in:
Chelmsford
Available as:
Short course
Course features
Our one-day course covers anaesthetic critical incident practice for anaesthetists and operating department practitioners. Get a full day of risk-free practice in our high-fidelity simulation suite.
Study in:
Chelmsford
Available as:
Short course
Course features
Join us for an outstanding educational course delivered by Professor Iris Grunwald, author of How to set up an acute stroke service.

Acute Stroke Treatment

CPD and short courses

Study in:
Chelmsford
Available as:
Short course
Course features
Join us for an outstanding educational course delivered by Professor Iris Grunwald.
Study in:
Available as:
Short course
Course features
Our module will further develop your previous education and competence in SCPHN practice and support you to acquire supplementary knowledge and experience in your chosen Additional Field of Practice (Health Visiting or School Nursing).

Adult Acute Care

CPD and short courses

Study in:
Chelmsford
,
Blended learning
,
Cambridge
Available as:
Short course
Course features
Make safety and quality of care an essential part of your clinical practice. Improve your ability to continually re-evaluate and enhance care and learning strategies, supporting improvements in acute care practice.
Study in:
Cambridge
Available as:
Short course
Course features
Take your career as a children's book creator to the next level with five days of bespoke tuition to help you develop your practice.

Advanced Floristry hobby course

CPD and short courses

Study in:
Writtle
Available as:
Short course
Course features
Learn new floristry skills and techniques to keep on trend with the industry, with our short course at Writtle College.
Study in:
Blended learning
,
Cambridge
Available as:
Short course
Course features
If you are a healthcare professional, working in a first contact or emergency care setting, this module will provide you with advanced decision-making skills, theoretical knowledge and advanced practical skills to work towards autonomous minor injury management.
Study in:
Chelmsford
,
Blended learning
,
Cambridge
Available as:
Short course
Course features
Prepare to prescribe medicines from the British National Formulary (BNF) in your area of competence. With our Non-Medical Prescribing course, you’ll learn to prescribe safely, appropriately and cost-effectively as both an independent and supplementary prescriber.
Study in:
Chelmsford
,
Cambridge
Available as:
Short course
Course features
Develop your nursing or AHP skills to deliver same-day consultation services for patients - or enhance your existing skills by improving your decision-making and becoming more confident in offering treatment and referrals. Our Clinical Assessment Skills short course covers physical exams for all body systems, and assessment of common conditions and minor injuries, learning to use and interpret diagnostic equipment.

Aerial Tree Rigging (NPTC)

CPD and short courses

Study in:
Writtle
Available as:
Short course
Course features
Get the knowledge, understanding and skills required to carry out aerial tree rigging in line with current legislation. This Level 3 Certificate of Competence is NPTC City & Guilds approved.

Allotment Keeping

CPD and short courses

Study in:
Writtle
Available as:
Short course
Course features
Get advice on managing an allotment or larger garden, and growing a range of fruit, vegetables and herbs, with our one-day course at Writtle College.

Applied Leadership & Management

CPD and short courses

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:
Available as:
Short course
Course features
Learn the systemic approach to relationships and how they relate to people’s actions and communications. Develop different perspectives and new approaches to your work as a professional working with families, couples and individuals. Study in Huntingdon, gain a level of professional accreditation, and potentially start on the road to becoming a qualified family therapist.

Art for Wellbeing

CPD and short courses

Study in:
Writtle
Available as:
Short course
Course features
You can develop or rediscover a love of drawing and how it can positively impact your wellbeing in this art course within our beautiful grounds and greenhouse. Study one day per week over three weeks.
Study in:
Writtle
Available as:
Short course
Course features
Learn the essential knowledge and skills required to help prepare your horse for a show.
Study in:
Writtle
Available as:
Short course
Course features
Learn about the basics of bees and bee keeping, with our half-day course at Writtle College.

BHS Exams

CPD and short courses

Study in:
Writtle
Available as:
Short course
Course features
Examinations from the BHS Equine Excellence Pathway from The British Horse Society can be taken with us.
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