OpenAthens

About OpenAthens

OpenAthens is an access management system provided by Eduserv, which enables you to access a huge range of quality electronic resources such as databases, e-journals and e-books, purchased by the UHSM Academy Library and the NHS.

Who can register?

You can register for an OpenAthens account if you are employed by, or a student on placement at an NHS organisation.

Registration process

After completing the registration form, you will receive an activation email asking you to choose a password.

PLEASE NOTE: Please register on the NHS network (N3) if you can. If you're not on N3 YOU MUST provide a professional, work or academic email address. This is required to verify your identity and your eligibility for an OpenAthens account.


Do you already have an OpenAthens account from your previous organisation?

If your old account is still active and you can remember your login details, you do not need to re-register. Instead you should access your OpenAthens account, change your email address and then change your organisation.

Forgotten your username?

If you forget your username please contact the UHSM Academy Library on x5780 or email us.

Forgotten your password?

If you can remember your username and the email address you used when registering for your OpenAthens, you can reset your password by clicking here

Account expired?

If your account has expired please contact the UHSM Academy Library on x5780 or email us stating your end of contract / placement date.

How to use your UHSM OpenAthens account.

To view a short PowerPoint presentation on how to use your UHSM NHS OpenAthens account effectively, CLICK HERE