These modules are designed to help the healthcare workforce (clinical and non-clinical) build confidence to search published literature for articles and evidence relevant to their work, study and research. The modules are short (each taking no more than 20 minutes to complete) and may be ‘dipped into’ for reference, or completed to obtain a certificate. There are seven modules suitable for novice searchers and those wishing to refresh their knowledge:
Applying the skills
If you require further assistance contact your local healthcare library team. Check the Health Library and Information Services Directory to find your local library.
Select each module below to find out more information:
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Thank you to the Steering Group, chaired by Helen Bingham, for bringing their expertise and knowledge to the project team. Thanks also to our wonderful team of library staff who made up the Virtual Reference Group, testing, evaluating and informing the development of the modules.
In order to access any e-LfH programme, you will need an e-LfH account. If you do not have one, then you can register by selecting the Register button below.
If you already have an account with e-LfH, then you can enrol on to the Literature Searching programme by logging in to the e-LfH Hub, selecting My Account > Enrolment and selecting the programme. You can then access the programme immediately in the My e-Learning section.
The Literature Searching programme is freely available for everyone to access by browsing our catalogue and selecting the Literature Searching programme. You will have the option of registering / logging in so that your learning activity is recorded. Please note that if you do not log in, your activity will not be tracked and you will not be able to generate a record of completion.
If you would like to register, so your activity will be tracked, then please select the Register button above.