Professional Development Unit (PDU) - health and social care professions

We offer a range of programmes, modules and study days to choose from for your personal, professional and academic development

Your professional development

Undertaking a professional development programme or module is a major investment in your future that can significantly enhance the quality of your professional and personal life.

It's important that you use this time to maximum advantage so that your learning experiences are rich, varied and positive.

Whether it’s modules, short courses, degrees or masters that you are looking for, we're sure to have something to suit your needs and circumstances, so browse our wide range of professional development to see how we can help you achieve your ambitions.

For any queries regarding admissions or enrolments, please contact the Professional Development Unit Admissions team

Email: pduadmissions@plymouth.ac.uk

Telephone: +44 1752 586951

Visit: Professional Development Unit, Level 4 Rolle Building, University of Plymouth, Drake Circus, Plymouth, PL4 8AA, United Kingdom.

Opening hours:

Monday–Thursday 8.30–17:00

Friday 8:30–16:30.

Modules

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Featured module

Advocacy and education for quality improvement in practice (A-EQUIP) full module

The professional midwifery advocate (PMA) or professional nurse advocate (PNA) is a leadership and advocacy role designed to deploy the A-EQUIP model. Our course will prepare you to undertake the role of the PNA or PMA , and is for midwives and nurses who are being supported to develop this role within their organisation.

Places still available to start March 2021.

How to apply