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
CPD for healthcare professionals
Professional Development Unit (PDU) – health and social care professions

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

We offer an extensive portfolio of modules at undergraduate and postgraduate level for you and your organisation, which aim to develop new skills or refresh existing knowledge. Our modules are self-contained units of teaching, learning and assessment. You can combine modules towards University of Plymouth qualifications, or study modules individually for interest or professional development. 
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Featured module

Are you a registered health and social care professional with experience of supporting and assessing learners in clinical practice? Do you want to consolidate your skills and gain academic accreditation for your role? Our distance learning module will enable you to study towards your goals at a time and place that suits you.

Admissions information 

Additional information and documentation required for the application process.
  • Application forms. 
  • Change of name forms.
  • Pre-course information.
  • Downloadable guides.
  • Student card.
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Explore our masters-level professional development programmes

Explore our degree-level professional development programmes

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Faculty of Health and Human Sciences

You can contact the Professional Development Unit with any queries

Prospective student enquiries

+44 1752 586951

Current student enquiries

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

8:30–17:00 (Friday 16:30)