Become an efficient searcher – get the right skills, get the right information!

 Make sure you get to the right information you need quickly and efficiently. Learn how to improve your search skills and make the most of library resources such as databases. Elevate your assignments, enhance your career progression and upgrade your literature searching by training at the Health Library.

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We give you a range of training opportunities, designed specifically for students and NHS staff, by experienced, professional librarians.

Book a training course

Check the courses and workshops we have available to support your skills development:

• Searching Keele healthcare databases
• Searching NHS Ovid databases and other resources
• Critical appraisal skills
• Learn about health literacy and patient information
• Get started with MS 365 Copilot chat

Sessions can be delivered online or in-person. Book a session for your team, attend an available date or arrange a 1-to-1 session.

Complete an etutorial

Complete your induction, get started with key resources and develop your basic search skills. Video demonstrations, activities and fun quizzes help you to start your searching journey so you can quickly find information.

Our information skills etutorial programme delivers quick online learning, available 24/7, convenient for you.

Check an online guide

More help is available in our Online Guides and Support section, including user guides, tutorials, videos and step-by-step instructions. This is an excellent resource to quickly check out how to use our popular resources.

Not what you need?

Get in touch if you need any more help. Our training and information support team are here to get you to the information you need.