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Search tips and tools from APA training experts

Whether you’re a novice or an expert searcher, you'll find a variety of tools in our Search Help and Training Center to help you get the most out of APA Databases.

APA Publishing Blog

The APA Publishing Blog includes updates on web-based and in-person training sessions, highlights from our training materials, and other timely information regarding APA’s Databases.

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Search Guides

Search Guides

Our system-specific guides focus on providing you with just-in-time help on basic system navigation, command searching and search syntax for all record fields.
Topic Guides

Topic Guides

Our Topic Guides provide sample searches and a selection of index terms for a variety of topics found in APA databases.
Webinar Training

Webinar Training

We offer training for librarians, administrators, students and faculty, and individual subscribers. Led by APA PsycInfo Training Specialists, these free webinars on the various vendor platforms are an ideal way to learn more about APA's databases.
Tutorials on APA Databases

Tutorials on APA Databases

These online tutorials present sample searches, demonstrations, and how-to's on APA databases.

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Visit the Databases Vendor Directory for information about APA Databases vendors and their search systems. Here is a list of available vendors:

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