Sage Digital Library

We're thrilled to announce an exciting collaboration with Sage Publishing, providing CPCAB centres with access to their own digital library.

As many of our centres now embrace online or hybrid synchronous teaching methods, we recognise the increasing demand for digital resources. Thus, CPCAB is dedicated to supporting centres facing this demand and those looking to enhance their offering to learners.

Benefits of the Sage Digital Library

Flexibility for learners to work off-campus

Learners are not expected to pay for access to essential book resources

Increased accessibility considerations for learners with specific requirements, such as visual impairments

Seamless integration with Google Classroom

Bookmarking functionality for both tutors and learners

We spoke to Dr Kirsty Bilski at Way Forward Centre about her experience of using the digital library and the benefits her students found.

Why did you choose to create a digital library?

I am passionate about access to books and in setting up the centre I wanted our students to be able to access resources which wouldn't cost them any additional money. The fees for training are enough and I wanted to provide value for money in attending the centre. I am an academic and have always valued being able to access books and other academic resources as and when required. I have not always had the money to buy books for myself, particularly in the early years of my career

What benefits have you found for you and your learners?

For myself, I can identify texts which back up the learning in the classroom and signpost the learners to further literature. The Sage text which relates specifically to levels 2 and 3 is accessible for learners who are just starting out on their training process. I also use this to support learners as they prepare for their external assessment process. The books are available and ready to use, students can dip in and out of texts to support any assignments they are writing or to sample books before buying the hard copies for themselves. They are particularly good for the online learners because they can't access the physical library at the centre. They offer value for money alongside the course and students appreciate being able to access this material to support their learning even though they may be studying from outside of the UK

Will you continue to use the digital library?

Yes, although setting it up was expensive the plan has always been to develop the number of titles we have over time. The value it brings to the students far outweighs the physical cost and I will continue to provide this valuable resource for our students. I know it is appreciated and well-used.

You can view a demo of the digital library and find out more about pricing and access