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Develop your digital literacy skills – Finding Information

Not surprisingly, we’re here to help you to find the right information for your studies, work and CPD.

We subscribe to a wide range of online healthcare-specific resources. You can develop your information skills and learn how to search effectively by completing our online tutorials or booking on a training course.

Image demonstration multiple resources on a computer
Image demonstration multiple resources on a computer
Check your main subject page for a full-list of the resources available to you:

You’ll find a list of training opportunities to help you to improve your skills and access our resources on our website:

Make the most of the opportunities at the Health Library so that you can use online resources and search effectively to find the information you need.

Don’t forget to let us know if you need more help.

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