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Learning resources

For nursing and midwifery students

Discover what RCN learning resources are available to you

With dedicated learning events, Europe's largest nursing library resource, RCN Learn and more, we are committed to supporting you with effective resources to strengthen learning and development in your role.

Join today

Learn more about the learning and development support available with RCN membership.
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Bringing you the latest, quality assured nursing, health and social care learning resources from the RCN and RCNi.
Educational programmes

Educational programmes and services

RCN Educational Programmes and Services offer a range of educational programmes that can help organisations improve patient care and experience in the UK.
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RCN Library

The RCN Library is Europe’s largest nursing-specific library and e-library. Find out how to make the most of its resources.
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Professional development

Discover resources to support your lifelong learning and career development, including the latest publications, Nursing Workforce Standards and more.
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RCN Events

Events are a valuable way to add to your CPD and professional network. Come along to online events or in-person in your region.
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RCN Magazine

Read clinical, advice, wellbeing, career and other features for nursing support workers in RCN Magazine.
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RCN Professional Services

Discover programmes to suit you including CPD courses with academic credits and Introduction to Leadership. 

RCN Institute of Nursing Excellence

Explore our five academies – Activism, Leadership, Practice, Workforce, and International – all formed on the foundations of rigorous research and transformative education.

Whether you're just starting out in our profession or well into your career, the institute supports you with tools, knowledge and networks to help you grow and lead change. This is your space to connect, learn and shape the future of nursing – as an individual and as part of a powerful nursing community.
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The RCN Foundation offer a range of including for health care support workers, and could support you with funding.

Join the UK's largest union and professional body for nursing

Whether you're a nurse, midwife, HCA, AP or student, you can get a huge range of benefits when you join the RCN.

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