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Analysis of factors that influence the competence of candidates at an organised programme of continuous medical education in the field of reanimatology in Croatia

Purpose of the study: (1) Analysis of competency (resuscitation knowledge and skills) of the candidates in relation to their previous/basic education. (2) Analysis of personal evaluation of the quality of the course in relation to candidates’ competency after the course. (3) Analysis of internal motivation as the most important factor that influences successful acquisition of knowledge and skills at the organised programme of continuous medical education. Material and methods: Between April 2002 and December 2009, 74 European Resuscitation Council (ERC) provider courses (55 Advanced Life Support-ALS and 19 European Paediatric Life Support-EPLS) have taken place in Croatia. Total of 1730 candidates (1328 ALS, 402 EPLS) attended. A questionnaire has been distributed to all attendees by email, handed personally or has been available on the official website of the Croatian Resuscitation Council (CroRC). Subjects covered by the questionnaire were professional background, motivation, knowledge, satisfaction with courses, applicability to everyday practice and changes in attitudes. Results: Preliminary results from 500 questionnaires collected to date show satisfactory competency of candidates in relation to their professional background, ranging from specialists and residents to nurses. Majority of candidates rated these courses with highest grades and would recommend them to other medical professionals. Higher internal motivation and satisfaction of candidates correlated well with course results. Conclusions: Based on the preliminary results from this survey, organized programme of continuous medical education in the field of reanimatology is recognised as a successful educational programme applicable to Croatian medical professionals.

Competence, Continuous Medical Education, Reanimatology

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