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Continuing Professional Development (CPD) courses
Introduction
What is a CPD course?
As a healthcare professional you are required by the professional bodies (NMC/HCPC) to continue to maintain your knowledge and skills through continuing professional development (CPDs). Our CPD courses offer working professionals, based in London, Reading as well as at various other locations, the opportunity to develop and enhance their personal and professional skills. The courses are flexible, running throughout the academic year, enabling you to fit study around your work and home life commitments.
Are CPD courses recognised and accredited?
A large majority of our courses enable you to ‘build your own qualification’, allowing you to choose credit-bearing modules, leading to a BSc, PgCert, PgDip or an MSc qualification. Our qualifications are both recognised and valued by employers.
Why are CPDs important for nurses and healthcare workers?
Our CPD courses have been developed in conjunction with our NHS partners and are designed to enable you to work effectively in changing healthcare services as well as assist you in fulfilling your career aspirations.
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Course videos
Find out more about our range of Continuing Professional Development courses and learn more about the importance of continuing professional development and how CPDs can help your career.
Continuing Professional Development courses
The application process is quick and easy - find your CPD course and select your chosen start date then click on 'Apply online'. We recommend your application is submitted at least two weeks prior to the start of the course. If you have any issues with your application please email postregadmissions@uwl.ac.uk.
Course locations
Most of our courses include face-to-face study days which will take place at one of the University of West London sites in Brentford or in Reading at the Berkshire Institute for Health.
Support and contact
We are passionate about ensuring you have an excellent student experience and understand you may be anxious about studying. You will be well supported by our experienced academics and Lecturer Practitioners, who have an excellent reputation within the sector.
If you have studied with us previously, eg undertaken your pre-registration course at UWL, you may be eligible for a discount when applying for a post-graduate course through our Alumni discount on taught postgraduate courses.
Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or would like to find out more about what we can offer you or your organisation - email Claire.Anderson@uwl.ac.uk.
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Dr Claire Anderson
Associate Dean (Berkshire)College of Nursing, Midwifery and HealthcareI am a registered Adult and Children’s nurse and have worked in Higher Education since 2004. I practised as a Children’s ANP and I am actively involved in the RCN Accredited ANP Educators group. My recent research also explored the leadership experiences of Advanced Nurse Practitioners.
Facilities
Simulation centres
Our simulation centres at the Berkshire Institute for Health and our West London Campus accurately recreate today's healthcare settings and contain a host of innovative teaching resources.
Simulators
High-tech simulators, such as Aries and Lucina, enable you to develop the clinical skills, knowledge and decision-making needed to deliver excellent care.
Birthing simulator
Lucina, our high-tech birthing simulator, enables you to learn all the stages of delivery and rare emergency scenarios.
Practical teaching aids
Learn to become a midwife with the hands-on teaching and learning techniques, supported by innovative learning resources and our passionate, highly experienced staff.