Why should I choose Gateway Academic?

We have helped thousands of people achieve their desired goals; goals which without the correct certification would have been unattainable. In addition to the various on-line training and study programmes, we can provide a unique service of providing non-academic APL/RPL awards based on one's past experiences and knowledge. There are no courses to sign up to, no classes to attend and no exams to sit.

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If you're looking for distance learning programmes you choose from our wide range of training courses that can be studied from anywhere in the world, making them not only easily accessible, but cheaper than classroom based programmes. 

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Do I need to sit any exams?

No. Our non-academic APL/RLP certification are all based on your achievements, so there are no classes to attend or exams to sit. We make an assessment on your experience and knowledge and provide certification to reflect this.  Our top-up and training programmes are all assignment based, so once again there are no exams to site. 

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Is APL/RPL legal?

Yes. Gateway Academic abides by guidelines set by the Department for Education (DfE) and operates a system known as the Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL), sometimes also referred to as Recognition of Prior Learning (RLP). By accrediting people based on their knowledge and experiences we can certify individuals, enabling them to use that certification and develop within their career or use for further education.

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How will you assess my abilities?

Our assessment process is explained in detail here.

 

How long do the programmes last?

The non-academic APL/RPL certification takes approximately 28 working days to process each application. For an additional fee your certificate can be with you within 10 working days with our express delivery service. The Executive Master Programmes are designed to be completed at your pace, with many of our students completing their assignments in around six months. The on-line learning programmes range in length from just a few days to a month, depending on the course.

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How much does this cost?

The costs vary depending upon which programme you apply for. For more information please contact our support team who will be more than happy to help you further.

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Do you cover all subject areas?

By law we are unable to certify traditional medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, psychiatry or nursing, although we can accept alternative medicine subjects. We will require evidence of experience and knowledge, usually in the form of a CV and any courses you may have studied. The more experience and knowledge you show in a certain field, the more useful the certificate will be to you. Our Executive Master programmes cover a number of subject areas which are constantly changing so please get in touch with your requirements.

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Can I use my certificate to help me get a job?

Yes you could. As with many jobs and vacancies, having suitable certification will not only help you to get an interview, but can also consolidate your work experience and knowledge.

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Are all the training programmes available online?

Yes. We run all of our training programmes online as we believe it gives the learner the flexibility to study when and where they wish.

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Can you help with my CV?

We have a professional CV writing partner who can help create your perfect CV. Click on this link to access Purple CV who will be happy to help.

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Can you support me in my application?

Yes we can. If you need any help or support in your application, we will be more than happy to assist where we can.

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