Information Skills Training

We offer a range of free training courses to members to help you in your information needs. Temporary members may also attend upon payment of a course fee. Please click on the links below for further details.

Introduction to Literature Searching

Dates to be announced

A course for beginners and those with intermediate skills, covering basic database searching, accessing online resources including electronic journals, requesting RSM Library services and finding grey literature on the Internet. Internet navigation skills are essential.

Advanced Literature Searching

Dates to be announced

An intermediate/advanced course which explores more complex database searching techniques, including the use of subject headings, the searching of multiple databases and the refining of results. Prior attendance at the Introduction to Literature Searching course or at an individual database tutorial at the RSM Library is required.

Introduction to Evidence-Based Medicine

Dates to be announced

A course designed for those with intermediate to advanced search skills which will teach participants about the different levels of evidence, to focus clinical questions and to locate evidence based resources. Prior attendance at the Introduction to Literature Searching course is recommended.

Introduction to Critical Appraisal

Dates to be announced

A course covering basic skills in critical appraisal, focusing on a clinical trial and a systematic review. Prior attendance at the Introduction to Evidence Based Medicine course is recommended.