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Study in:: Writtle
Available as:: Short course
Course features: Learn the basic principles of horse care and how to safely and efficiently undertake daily tasks in this thirteen-week integrated training and assessment programme. This course is accredited by The British Horse Society.

Study in:: Writtle
Available as:: Short course
Course features: During this four hour course you will gain an understanding of the correct procedures and safe working practices for using a chainsaw and manual log splitting at home.

Study in:: Writtle
Available as:: Short course
Course features: Join our introductory course if you are considering or have just started keeping sheep. It's a combination of lectures and practical sessions held one evening a week for six weeks.

Study in:: Writtle
Available as:: Short course
Course features: Get the knowledge, understanding and skills required to climb trees and perform aerial rescue safely, to industry standards, in line with current legislation. This Level 2 Certificate of Competence is NPTC City & Guilds approved.

Study in:: Blended learning; Cambridge
Available as:: Short course
Course features: Develop skills and knowledge in managing and supporting infants, children and families affected by cleft lip and/or palate.

Study in:: Distance learning; Cambridge
Available as:: Workshop
Course features: Over two days you will discuss all methods of contraceptive care and you will be provided with an overview of sexually transmitted infections. Although this workshop carries no academic credits, you will receive a certificate of attendance.

Study in:: Cambridge
Available as:: Short course
Course features: A bespoke course of lectures and clinical practice tailored to the needs of the applicant. Our Adaptation course is built for you based on the recommendations of the General Optical Council (GOC). It has been created to support optometrists who trained outside the UK but are now looking to practise in the UK and need to register with the GOC.

Study in:: Distance learning; Cambridge
Available as:: Short course
Course features: Deepen your understanding of contraception and sexual health, including how sexuality and sexual health services are impacted by external factors. Consider the cultural, political, legal and ethical contexts of human sexuality and contraception. Enhance your ability to help people access services to make informed choices for themselves.