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Stonebridge Associated Colleges is a UK-based provider of professional distance learning and is part of The Stonebridge Group. The company was founded in 1995 and initially offered courses in complementary therapies, including aromatherapy and reflexology. Over time, the company grew its portfolio by introducing mainstream courses in nursing, business, healthcare, beauty, animal care, and veterinary science. The company has training facilities in Bude and Birmingham for a range of vocational courses that are tutor-led. The majority of the company’s courses are online, allowing learners to gain qualifications remotely. There are more than 650 online courses, with upwards of 50,000 students enrolled at any given time. Stonebridge Associated Colleges is one of numerous companies under The Stonebridge Group that provide online distance learning for commercially funded qualifications and government-subsidised courses. Services Provided Stonebridge Associated Colleges provides courses across a spectrum of categories, including Access to Higher Education Diplomas, A-Levels, GCSEs, Business, Education, Healthcare, English and Maths, Professional Skills, and Veterinary Science and Animal Care.

Various accredited courses are offered, with many certified by nationally recognised bodies, including CACHE (Council for Awards in Care, Health and Education), NCFE, ABC Awards, Open College Network West Midlands, Quality Register, CMA (Certified Management Accountant) and others.

The company’s accredited Diplomas, Awards and Certificates range from Level 1 to Level 5, while official RQF Diplomas are from Level 1 to Level 4. Learners can undertake Level 3 NVQs, as well as Access to Higher Education Diplomas.

Learners are provided with access to all online learning materials for their chosen course and direct communication with tutors and support officers. Free training modules are offered, and students can customise their study schedule to fit around their lifestyle.

Stonebridge Associated Colleges uses PEARL (personalised e-Assisted Responsive Learning), an online learning platform that gives students access to their course materials and assessments.