Here are a selection of professional bodies representing various Health Professions, as well as online profession-specific resources.
Amber contains records of published research authored by staff working in NHS ambulance services in England and Scotland.
The recognised professional body for paramedics and the ambulance profession in the UK.
The latest news and updates from the Department of Health and Social Care.
Delivering forward-looking regulation underpinned by strong data, collaboration and compassion.
A professional body serving, developing and inspiring practitioners across the entire podiatry profession.
The repository provides a single place for published case reviews to make it easier to access and share learning at a local, regional and national level.
Evidence-based recommendations developed by independent committees, including professionals and lay members, and consulted on by stakeholders.
OTseeker is a database that contains abstracts of systematic reviews, randomised controlled trials and other resources relevant to occupational therapy interventions. Most trials have been critically appraised for their validity and interpretability. In one database, OTseeker provides fast and easy access to information from a wide range of sources to inform occupational therapy.
A database of over 35,000 randomised trials, systematic reviews and clinical practice guidelines in physiotherapy. For each trial, review or guideline, PEDro provides the citation details, the abstract and a link to the full text, where possible.
Gives members opportunities to learn, research, teach, practice and continuously improve their knowledge and skills. They also work with healthcare commissioners, political leaders and others to position occupational therapy as a solution at the heart of health and social care.
The Social Care Institute for Excellence (SCIE) is a leading independent improvement agency, operating at policy and practice levels with a huge database of ‘what works’ good practice, eLearning tools and resources.
Students from the School of Health Professions on commissioned courses are eligible for an NHS OpenAthens account to access the following resources:
For Health Professions students (apart from Paramedics): look out for an email in the month following the start of your course from Eduserv Athens asking you to activate your account
For further advice on your Open Athens account or to reset your password please contact: Abigail Allen- Senior Information Adviser - abigail.allen@plymouth.ac.uk
Paramedics: You will receive separate communication on how to set up and manage your account.