RWT Knowledge Services: Training

Update Your Knowledge training is free to all Trust staff and students. Training sessions focus on developing the skills you need to search for and use evidence in your role.

Format of delivery; 1-2-1, e-Learning and bespoke training for teams.

Finding Evidence (1-2-1)

• Introduction to healthcare databases
• Understanding PICO to define your question
• Student support for your assignment/course work
• Support in planning systematic review

To request a session, please contact the library team.

RefWorks (1-2-1)

RefWorks is a web based reference management tool that is accessible via a NHS Current Athens account. It allows you to search, organise and share your research, plus automatically formatting your bibliography as you type. Course description.

To request a session, please contact the library team.

Bespoke Training for Groups

You can request a bespoke information skills session for your team. A minimum of 6 candidates are required for group training. Courses can be tailored as required.

• Introduction to Critical Appraisal - The course focuses on the theoretical principles of critical appraising an article, rather than hands-on practice. Course Description

• Health Literacy and Using AI - Focuses on the pros and cons of using AI as a source for evidence searching. Course Description

• BMJ Best Practice - Getting the best out of the point of care tool. Course description.

• Setting up and Running a Journal Club - Ideal for those individuals thinking of setting up a journal club or seeking support from the Knowledge and Library Service.

To request a session, please contact the library team providing further details about your training request.

Knowledge and Library Service Induction

Delivered on a monthly basis via MS Teams, this session is specifically designed for newcomers to the Trust to welcome you to the service and develop an awareness of our services available.

To request a session, please contact the library team providing further details about your training request.

e-Learning Modules

You can update your information skills independently and at your own pace. Use your NHS OpenAthens account to access the modules.

• Literature Searching covers concepts you need to know when searching databases
• Critically Appraising the evidence base covers concepts you need to know when appraising a paper
• Health Literacy providing you with the tools to effectively communicate with your patients