The CINAHL and Medline databases have had a major interface update. EBSCO, the publisher of these databases, has made these changes to offer an improved searching experience and to meet accessibility standards. Personalised accounts have also been enhanced for members to help you to save and organise your research.
We’re here to help you get to grips with CINAHL, Medline and these changes. Book onto a group or one to one training session, or watch our new video resources.
Join us for a CINAHL group training session
Whether you’re new to CINAHL or familiar with the previous version, this session will help you feel confident using the latest features for your search. You'll learn how to go from planning your search effectively to accessing full articles and managing your results.
Book onto one of our upcoming sessions:
- 9 December 2025, 2 - 3pm,
- 15 January 2026, 2 - 3pm,
- 28 January 2026, 10 - 11am,
- 18 February 2026, 12 - 1pm.
Or, view all of our upcoming events and trainings.
Watch our new video guides
We've recorded several short and easy to follow videos to take you step by step through how to use CINAHL. They're all recorded with the new look interface and updated features.
Why not start off with our database search techniques video:
We've also recorded videos to help you get to grips with other steps in the search process:
- How to refine search results,
- How to view search results,
- How to download search results,
- How to view download your search history.
We'll be publishing more short video tutorials in the coming months, so be sure to subscribe to the RCN YouTube channel.
Book a one to one training session
We also offer one to one appointments with our expert librarians. We'll be able to talk you through database searching and how to use CINAHL or Medline.
Check our upcoming one to one time slots.
Need support?
If you have any questions or need support with moving over your saved items, get in touch at rcn.library@rcn.org.uk, or give us a call on 0345 337 3368.
