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  • Title: Health action is: continuing education for PHC.
    Author: Fustukian S, Macdonald J.
    Journal: HealthAction; 1994; (8):2. PubMed ID: 12222410.
    Abstract:
    Training health workers on the job allows new concepts and practices to be introduced and reorients the workers to the major goals of primary health care (PHC). Therefore, appropriate continuing training is needed to successfully implement PHC. The learning process needs to proceed so health workers can gain technical information as well as support and motivation. Continuing education should improve skills and promote the best use of limited resources to bring about an improved quality of health care. Continuing education should take place within a national framework and incorporate training from vertical programs to be effective. Community health workers as well as physicians need continuing education for PHC. Workers from each level must work with trainers to develop a relevant program. For example, in India and Nigeria, domestic responsibilities limit the time available for traditional birth attendants to participate in training, so trainers need to address their needs (e.g., training during work hours or child care). Continuing education should use a variety of learning methods to promote and stimulate learning. These methods can include refresher courses, workshops, distance learning, group problem solving, and supportive supervision. Resource centers can provide trainers access to relevant learning materials.
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