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Campbell, M. Donald – New Directions for Continuing Education, 1982
Mandatory continuing education in the medical profession has had a profound influence, both positive and negative, on informal learning, accrediting of delivery systems, and program planning. (SK)
Descriptors: Accreditation (Institutions), Educational Quality, Mandatory Continuing Education, Physicians
Peer reviewedBrown, Jan M.; Bradshaw, Eileen – Journal of Continuing Education in the Health Professions, 1990
Describes the implementation of a 1989 law that mandated acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) education for Washington State health care workers. Makes recommendations for other states considering legislation and for educators and professionals involved in implementation of similar legislation. (JOW)
Descriptors: Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome, Adult Education, Health Personnel, Mandatory Continuing Education
Peer reviewedO'Reilly, Patrick; And Others – Journal of Medical Education, 1982
Three proposals developed from concerns in the 1960s about the effectiveness of continuing medical education are discussed: a national plan, a process program model based on identified physician needs, and use of mandatory continuing education in relicensing/recertification. Problems are considered, and recommendations for changes are summarized.…
Descriptors: Certification, Educational Assessment, Educational Change, Educational History
