Library Services
Information skills training
The library runs a range of training programmes to help you to improve your skills in finding the health information you require. This may be by individual or group tuition.
Library induction
This includes registration and a brief tour of the library, as well as information regarding the services supplied.
Inductions for individuals or groups may be pre-arranged with the library staff.
Training
Training may be held within the library or at your workplace. Sessions are tailored to meet your needs. They may vary from 10 minutes to 3 hours.
Contact the library to book an appointment with one of the librarians. Most one-one sessions take at least one hour.
The Outreach librarian will visit all staff employed by MK PCT at your workplace or will assist within the library, if preferred.
Students should refer to their education provider for training in the use of electronic resources, unless any local agreement specifies to the contrary.
Finding the evidence workshop
This is usually a 2/3 hour session, which includes:
- How to create a logical search strategy
- A tour of the key health databases
- How to improve your search techniques
Healthcare information on the Internet
This provides an introduction to the National Library for Health (NLH) and other search engines to find healthcare resources.