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Start your student journey at the Health Library

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 We're wishing all Keele students well on their academic journey. We hope that you'll stop off at the Health Library on your way. We're here to help you to succeed on your course.

If you are learning at the Clinical Education Centre or are on placement locally within the NHS then we are your essential resource. Whether for a quiet study space, IT facilities, access to specialist resources or training and support we have lots to offer you.

Learn everything need to know by completing our short online tutorials. We've put together the essential collection in an easy to access padlet board - Essential tutorials for Keele healthcare students.

image showing the Essential tutorials for Keele students padlet board
Essential tutorials for Keele students padlet board


You'll find everything you need and links to resources on the Health Library website. Please contact the Health Library if you need more help.

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