Learning and education

All our members have access to learning opportunities including:

You will be able to request free RCN publications, from clinical guidelines to RCN policy on health and nursing and you will also be entitled to discounts on a wide range of professional nursing journals produced by the RCN publishing company.

The RCN Learning Zone is a web-based resource that supports the professional development of RCN members.

As a member, you will also be able to speak to one of our network of RCN Learning Representatives to find out about opportunities in your area.

Distance learning

Distance learning courses are available through the Open University-RCN strategic alliance.

For more information, go to the Open University website: The OU and the RCN working in partnership

RCN Accreditation

The RCN accredits a diverse range of events, courses and resources which contribute to your professional development.

RCN accreditation ensures that the educational content has been rigourously assessed, meets the RCN's quality standards, promotes best practice and provides effective education outcomes. 

If you are organising an event, course or resource, why not consider having this RCN accredited? Please visit the RCN accreditation website or contact us for more information.