FAQs and Other Support
Frequently Asked Questions
This page provides answers to commonly asked questions
and is aimed to help new users to our site. If there are any questions not
answered here, or you have comments or suggestions please feel free to contact
the RDLearning team who will be happy to help.
- What is RDLearning?
- How do I use RDLearning?
- What if I see a course that I am interested in?
- Who can use RDLearning?
- How do I fund my course?
- What if information on the web site is out of date or incorrect?
- What if I want further information?
- Where would I obtain other types of support available for learning?
What is RDLearning?
RDLearning is a database of all post-qualifying health-related training courses available in the UK with particular emphasis on research. The database covers workshops, conferences and short courses ranging from higher education institutions, professional bodies, research networks and training organisations. This new resource (April 2002) is funded by the National Institute for Health Research.
How do I use RDLearning?
We hope RDLearning is user friendly.
- Wherever you go on the web site, you can always return to the homepage by clicking on the RDLearning logo or search by clicking on the Search logo.
- You can search for courses, by simply clicking on Institutions A-Z and searching through the list or by clicking on different categories, such as conference or workshop, or taught or research courses.
- The database has an excellent search facility, and you can search for a course by organisation, title, qualification, area or simply by a freetext search.
- Once you find a course, you will find there are plenty of details. There is generally an email address, contact telephone number and link to the web site We include venues, prices, qualification information and entry requirements, where applicable.
- There is a facility to contact the RDLearning team via the web site on the Contact Us page, plus if you are impressed with what you see, then click on Tell A Friend, and email them our details.
- We also have useful links to our two sister services, RDFunding (for funding opportunities) and RDDirect (a telephone/web site advice line for researchers), plus a link to the Department of Health web site
What if I see a course that I am interested in?
The navigation through out the site is by 'drilling down' on the item you are interested in. The course detail is the lowest level of information given, with links to the relevant organisation (where available). Once you see a course you are interested in, check any details on the organisations web site (there should be a link from our page) and then contact the course provider who will be able to verify all the details. We always suggest you check with the course provider before applying or registering for a course.
Hopefully you will have found a
course that matches your requirements and you will be on your way.
Who can use RDLearning?
RDLearning contains courses which are aimed towards postgraduate students and professionals working in health care. We have such a diverse range of courses, that they will be something to suit everyone's requirements and interests.
Some course require qualifications,
others will accept practical experience, there are some aimed at beginners
with no prior knowledge, others aimed at professionals with years of experience.
Whatever your needs or experience, you should be able to find a suitable course
on RDLearning.
How do I fund my course?
Though information about funding post-qualification courses is outside the brief of RDLearning, we have put together some information, which may be useful to potential students. This information can be found on RDFunding, which is our sister organisation, at http://www.rdfunding.org.uk/Background/Student.asp
Can I add a course to RDLearning?
The RDLearning team will be happy to add any health-related courses to the web site We can be contacted in a number of ways:
- On-line feedback form – this can be found on the Contact us Page
- By email – [email protected]
- By telephone – 0113 2951122
- By post - NIHR RDInfo
34, Hyde Terrace
The University of Leeds
Leeds LS2 9LN
- To add a conference for inclusion on the website you can use our “Submit your conference” found on the homepage.
We will confirm any details that we have added to the web site
We are also happy to help if you
have any questions, comments or ideas about RDLearning.
What if information on the web site is out of date or incorrect?
Some of the information contained in this web site was supplied by Prospects.ac.uk and other third parties. RDLearning endeavours to provide correct course information, but occasionally we do make mistakes. If you spot any incorrect information, then please contact the team who will be happy to update the information as soon as possible.
What if I want further information?
If you would like any leaflets, posters, postcards or stationery, please contact the RDLearning team. Remember we are grateful for any comments or ideas or new courses for the web site, so please feel free to get in touch. A selection of publicity material can be downloaded.
Where would I obtain other types of support available for learning?
NHS careers provide advice, information and guidance on varieties of training and education programmes, as well as sources of funding and other types of support available for learning, on the website or call them on 08000 150 850 for impartial information and advice on learning and career opportunities.