A hierarchical model of continuing education.
A hierarchical model of continuing education is described which incorporates three levels. These include traditional continuing education, education for individual professional competency and a systems approach to continuing education. The motivation of doctors to participate in continuing education activities, based on knowledge acquisition, is placed in the context of this hierarchical model.
D004502:Education, Medical, Continuing; D006293:Health Promotion / Q000193:education; D008962:Models, Theoretical; D011361:Professional Competence