Clinical research courses and support
We aim to give you the skills and knowledge to conduct health and care research studies or trials in England. Research helps you improve healthcare outcomes, enhance patient wellbeing and influence health and care policies.
Find out about the training and support we can offer you.
Courses and training
For nurses and midwives
Local learning and development
Find out about local training in your area through our Local Clinical Research Networks (LCRNs). There are 15 networks across England.
If you’re logged into NIHR Learn, look out for ‘Locally delivered learning’ to find local courses and learning events.
Initiatives from your speciality
We support research being delivered through thirty specialty therapy areas. Each specialty is made up of expert clinical leaders and practitioners who work at both national and local levels to ensure that studies are delivered successfully.
Working with trainee networks
The NIHR Clinical Research Network works with and supports trainee networks to carry out high quality research. Trainee networks allow trainees opportunities to get involved in collaborative research in a meaningful way at a regional and national level. Contact your Local Clinical Research Network to find out more about opportunities in your local area.
More information
Explore support we can offer you by profession
Help people take part in research
Do you want to develop your career as a researcher? Find out about our Research career funding programmes