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Writtle University College and ARU have merged. Writtle’s full range of college, degree, postgraduate and short courses will still be delivered on the Writtle campus. See our guide to finding Writtle information on this site.

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We offer a range of short courses, from certified training for health and social care professionals, to craft and hobby courses, and accredited programmes that support technical skills. Disover the benefits of studying with ARU.

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Study in:: Writtle
Available as:: Short course
Course features: You can develop or rediscover a love of drawing and how it can positively impact your wellbeing in this art course within our beautiful grounds and greenhouse.

Study in:: Writtle
Available as:: Short course
Course features: Learn to operate and maintain brushcutters and trimmers for work in this one day City & Guilds NPTC Level 2 Award training and assessment programme.

Study in:: Writtle
Available as:: Short course
Course features: Gain the knowledge and experience you need to work with dogs. Completion of this Level 2 qualification is an excellent platform for you to progress into the canine industry or to complete further study. We're an iPET Network approved training provider.

Study in:: Writtle
Available as:: Short course
Course features: Learn what to do in an emergency situation involving your dog. Our one-day canine first aid course covers the role of the first aider, handling and restraining an injured dog, and assessing and administering first aid.

Study in:: Cambridge
Available as:: Short course
Course features: Led by screenwriter and ARU lecturer Toby Venables, co-creator and co-writer of the BAFTA-winning Netflix film His House (2020), this three-day course of workshops aims to develop your storytelling skills as a screenwriter and provide professional, real-world insights to help you break into the industry.

Study in:: Writtle
Available as:: Short course
Course features: Learn more about preparing and operating a ride-on mower. Our accredited, one-day course at Writtle College is designed for experienced operators.

Study in:: Writtle
Available as:: Short course
Course features: Learn to drive a tractor and trailer in this one day course, which is suitable for complete novices and anyone assisting with harvest.

Study in:: Writtle
Available as:: Short course
Course features: Learn more about transporting animals and/or birds on short road journeys over 65km, up to and including eight hours long. This half-day Level 2 course is NPTC City & Guilds accredited.

Study in:: Writtle
Available as:: Short course
Course features: Learn to identify common signs and symptoms that may lead to tree or limb failure, and how to report issues. Our short course at Writtle College is accredited by Lantra Awards.

Study in:: Chelmsford
Available as:: Workshop
Course features: Our inspiring workshop, delivered by a team of multi-disciplinary specialists, will develop your knowledge and skills to improve the care and safety of critically unwell pregnant women.

Study in:: Chelmsford
Available as:: Workshop
Course features: Revise the anatomy and physiology of the ear, including the mechanism of hearing and learn about assessment of the ear and safe irrigation with water.

Study in:: Chelmsford
Available as:: Short course
Course features: Developed for those involved in, or interested in, developing and leading simulation-based learning in medical and healthcare education.

Study in:: Cambridge
Available as:: Short course
Course features: Qualitative Research Methods is a CPD course for people wanting to carry out qualitative research in a wide variety of sectors. It will provide attendees with the knowledge and skills needed to design a research project and begin using qualitative research methods.