Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and Lifelong Learning

Teaching programs, research groups and individual academics frequently develop training and learning programs based on their expertise and evidence collected in their specific fields. These programs often attract professionals working in related areas, both from academia and various industries.

This dynamic presents an opportunity for university individuals to explore the feasibility of creating standalone courses that address market demands and fill potential gaps in existing offerings. We can help staff grow their audience and deliver teaching to professionals in the field. 

Our role is to assist and support staff in evaluating their proposals, identifying areas for enhancement and establishing the necessary arrangements to launch these programs to a broader audience. Our services include: 

  • Internal – We support the development and delivery of courses tailored for staff and students within the university, looking to expand their professional skills, expertise, and abilities. We assist in the design and planning of CPD programs to ensure ongoing growth and improvement. 
  • External – We support researchers and academics in developing and delivering courses to external partners or agencies looking to draw on the university’s expertise and evidence-based research. 

Types of CPD Support: 

  • Turning existing modules into external CPD modules. 
  • Developing financials for delivering CPD modules 
    Understanding different finance models for income generation. 
  • Support for new CPD ideas and transforming to income generating modules. 
  • Understanding hosting platform options. 

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