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. 2023 Feb 1;30(2):1760-1775.
doi: 10.3390/curroncol30020136.

Competency-Based Workforce Development and Education in Global Oncology

Nazik Hammad  1 , Ntokozo Ndlovu  2   3 , Laura Mae Carson  1 , Doreen Ramogola-Masire  4 , Indranil Mallick  5 , Scott Berry  1 , E Oluwabunmi Olapade-Olaopa  6
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Competency-Based Workforce Development and Education in Global Oncology

Nazik Hammad et al. Curr Oncol. .

Abstract

The healthcare workforce plays a pivotal role in cancer care delivery, leadership, policy, education, and research in complex cancer systems. To ensure quality and relevance, health professionals must have the necessary competencies to deliver patient-centered and efficient care, coupled with the ability to work in teams and manage health resources wisely. This paper aims to review the concept of competency-based medical education (CBME) in the context of oncology to provide insights and guidance for those interested in adopting or adapting competency-based education in training programs. The results of a scoping review of CBME in oncology are presented here to describe the current status of CBME in oncology. The literature describing the implementation and evaluation of CBME in oncology training programs for medical professionals internationally is summarized and key themes identified to provide practical guidance for educators. Further, the paper identifies critical competencies for oncology education and training globally and presents recommendations and opportunities for collaboration in competency-based education and training in oncology. The authors argue for increased global collaboration and networking in the realm of CBME to facilitate the establishment of a competent global cancer care workforce.

Keywords: competency-based medical education; global oncology; medical education; oncology; oncology workforce development.

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The authors declare no conflict of interest.

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