Healthy Relationships Training FAQ's

Yes. The Office for Students, who govern UK Universities, mandated that higher education providers must implement comprehensive policies addressing harassment and sexual misconduct to ensure a safe learning environment for students. As part of this condition, the University agreed that all students starting a new course as of 1st August 2025, must complete three short courses as part of our commitment to maintaining a safe, respectful, and inclusive university community.

We recognise that Healthy Relationships training covers sensitive topics. If you find the material difficult to engage with, you are encouraged to take breaks. Two opt-outs are available :

1. You find the content triggering due to past experience.  
2. You have already completed the training within the past two years at the University of Cumbria.  

Should either reason apply, please email healthyrelationships@cumbria.ac.uk stating which reason applies.

As the training makes up part Q of our Student Code of Conduct, failure to complete it may result in a fixed penalty notice being applied, as is detailed in our Student Disciplinary Procedure. 

Although we appreciate that you may be a distance learner and not visit one of our campus during your time studying with us, the Office for Students, who govern UK Universities, mandated that higher education providers must implement comprehensive policies addressing harassment and sexual misconduct to ensure a safe learning environment for students. As part of this condition, the University agreed that all students starting a new course as of 1st August 2025, must complete three short courses as part of our commitment to maintaining a safe, respectful, and inclusive university community. As a result, all students who fit the above criteria are encouraged to complete the training. 

Before you can access the training you will need your ID to activate your account and set up a password for your UoC account.

Enter your username S[UOCSTUDENTID]@uni.cumbria.ac.uk and password to log in. When you log in for the first time you will be prompted to set up Multi-Factor-Authentication to help keep your account secure, click Next to proceed and set up the authentication.

Following this, you can log into Blackboard using your above username and password.

Once you log in with your University of Cumbria credentials, click on the 'Courses' tab in the left-hand navigation menu. Look for the title "Healthy Relationships [Year]". Alternatively, follow the link provided in your introductory or reminder emails. 

Most users finish the module in about 30 to 45 minutes. You don't have to do it all at once; your progress is saved automatically, so feel free to take a breather and come back later.

Once you reach the "Thank You" or "Completion" screen, navigate back to your Blackboard Gradebook. You should see a green checkmark or a "Complete" status next to the module name. Ensure you scroll to the end of all slides and complete all questions. 

No. Whilst the core "Healthy Relationships" training is a one-time requirement for new students, you are encouraged to view the Healthy Relationship Hub and its content annually. Should you start new course, you will be asked to do the training again.

Technically, yes, via the Blackboard app or phone web browser. However, for the best experience. we recommend using a tablet, desktop or laptop.

To resolve the issue. Try these steps:

1. Switch Browsers: Blackboard loves Google Chrome, Edge and Firefox. Avoid Safari or Internet Explorer if possible.

2. Disable Pop-up Blockers: The training often opens in a new window. If your browser blocks pop-ups, the course will never launch.

3. Clear your Cache: Sometimes old data gets in the way. Clear your browser's cache and try again.

We recognise that Healthy Relationships training covers sensitive topics. If you find the material difficult to engage with, you are encouraged to take breaks. Two opt-outs are available :

1. You find the content triggering due to past experience.  
2. You have already completed the training within the past two years at the University of Cumbria.  

Should either reason apply, please email healthyrelationships@cumbria.ac.uk stating which reason applies.

Alternatively you can seek support: If you need to speak with someone, please contact the University's Mental Health and Wellbeing Team via the Student Enquiry Point or Self Referral Form.

Please note: Students who attend partner institutions such as Robert Kennedy College (RKC), should contact your institutions internal support teams.