Academic Recognition of Continuing Professional Development University of Sunderland

Overview

Continue your development as a healthcare professional. You'll identify your individual learning objectives and become an independent learner. Utilise your own clinical experience to gain academic credit at Level 6. Join Academic Recognition of Continuing Professional Development from University of Sunderland

Key facts

Are you an experienced healthcare professional looking to return to higher education? This Level 6 short course is designed to help you transition back into academic study. It can also prepare you for further qualifications, such as a bachelor's degree or postgraduate study.

The course supports professionals who already hold a diploma or advanced diploma qualification. You can build on their existing knowledge and experience. Through guided reflection on your continuing professional development (CPD) and prior learning you'll:

• Strengthen your academic skills

• Developing confidence in independent study and academic writing

• Explore your future educational and career goals.

Delivered online, the course offers a flexible learning experience. This can fit around professional commitments while providing personalised academic support. It's particularly suitable for healthcare professionals planning to:

• Progress to Level 6 study

• Complete the final stages of a degree through accreditation of prior learning

• Prepare for programmes such as Advanced Professional Practice, or Prescribing.

This course provides the knowledge, skills and confidence to succeed in higher education.

The course is delivered online and you'll take part in a two-hour induction. This will include discussion of the module and a library session. There'll also be two tutorials with the Programme Leader. The rest of the course involves work-based and practice-based learning.