As one of the longest established Occupational Therapy schools in the UK, we have a very highly regarded professional reputation.

The award recognises the value of lifelong learning as a cornerstone of excellence in service delivery and is underpinned by the Royal College of Occupational Therapy Career Development Framework. The award structure ensures that the modules are both contemporary for current service needs and innovative, promoting engagement with emerging communities of practice. This is underpinned throughout using a high-quality evidence base.

The development of this advanced professional thinking will be transferable across other skills there by empowering practitioners to advance their own professional practice; contributing to the quality of service provision within contemporary setting.

The development of research skills and capacity is an essential component of advanced practice within the award. Throughout the programme of study, you will engage in developing your capacity to critically evaluate and apply evidence within your professional context. The culmination of these skills is the completion of the professional project module, whereby you select a mode and topic of study that will provide you with the opportunity to consolidate your learning. This approach allows you to apply the learning achieved in a personally defined manner contributing to career development and range of employment opportunities.

You will have access to a personal tutor to support you throughout the programme and is available to discuss personal career planning.