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Jubien, Peggy – Canadian Journal of University Continuing Education, 2008
This article provides an overview of problem-based learning (PBL) in Canadian undergraduate medical education and continuing medical education (CME) programs. The CME field in Canada is described, and the major professional associations that require physicians to take annual courses and programs are noted. A brief history of PBL in undergraduate…
Descriptors: Medical Education, Physicians, Problem Based Learning, Professional Associations
The Characteristics of Continuing Professional Education Systems in the Health Professions in Canada
Curran, Vernon; Kirby, Fran; Fleet, Lisa – Canadian Journal of University Continuing Education, 2006
Mandatory continuing education (MCE) has become widely accepted across many professions and jurisdictions in Canada as a re-credentialing mechanism. MCE is defined as continuing professional education (CPE) courses and/or programs, beyond the entry-level educational requirements, required by a licensure board, professional organization, or the…
Descriptors: Health Occupations, Distance Education, Allied Health Occupations Education, Mandatory Continuing Education
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Lautar, Charla; Kirby, David – Canadian Journal of University Continuing Education, 1995
Responses from 43.6% of 250 dentists and 66.9% of 166 dental hygienists surveyed displayed some support for mandatory continuing education and sharp disagreement over the need for a bachelor's degree. Hygienists in nontraditional careers supported it, whereas those in traditional practice and dentists were less favorable. (SK)
Descriptors: Bachelors Degrees, Dental Hygienists, Educational Needs, Foreign Countries