BMJ Learning vs NB Medical (2025): The Module vs The Course

Last reviewed: 2025-12-19 · Reviewed by

At a Glance

Who is it for?

BMJ Learning:Individual Learners

NB Medical:GPs

Why choose BMJ Learning?

  • **Micro**: Do a 20-minute module whenever you have time.
  • **Specific**: Pick exactly the topic you need (e.g. 'Gout').
  • **Searchable**: Huge archive of past topics.

Why choose NB Medical?

  • **The 'Update'**: Famous for the 'Hot Topics' course covering *everything* new in a day.
  • **Book**: The 'Hot Topics' book is a desk essential.
  • **Speaker**: Charismatic lecturers make dry guidelines interesting.

Feature Comparison

CapabilityBMJ LearningNB Medical
FormatOnline Article/ModuleLive Webinar / Day Course
GoalGap FillingStaying Current

In-Depth Analysis

Overview

NB Medical is an event—you book a day to get updated on everything. BMJ Learning is a resource—you use it throughout the year to top up knowledge on specific things.

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Use-Cases

I need 1 hour of CPD tonight

When to choose BMJ Learning

  • **Winner.** Pick a module.

When to choose NB Medical

  • Harder to dip in and out.

I feel out of date generally

When to choose BMJ Learning

  • Fragmented.

When to choose NB Medical

  • **Winner.** Do the full day course.