[Preventive assistants in paediatric outpatient clinics. Evaluation of a training programme for primary prevention]

Area of Science:

• Pediatric Healthcare
• Environmental Health
• Continuing Medical Education

Background:

• The German Network Children's Health and Environment has offered training since 2003.
• The program trains pediatric medical assistants and nurses as preventive medical assistants for outpatient settings.
• Continuous evaluation of training programs has been integral since the network's inception.

Purpose of the Study:

• To gather data on participants' prior knowledge and expectations.
• To assess the overall quality of the "preventive medical assistant" training program.
• To inform further curriculum development and ensure program effectiveness.

Main Methods:

• A written questionnaire was administered to graduates after each training session.
• Data collection focused on pre-existing knowledge, participant expectations, and perceived training quality.
• The study utilized feedback from course participants to evaluate the program.

Main Results:

• Participants demonstrated a substantial increase in their professional knowledge post-training.
• The evaluation indicated a high level of quality within the existing training curriculum.
• Feedback highlighted areas for potential curriculum enhancement and further development.

Conclusions:

• Ongoing evaluation is essential for maintaining the high standards of the training program.
• The current curriculum is effective in enhancing the knowledge of pediatric healthcare professionals.
• Future research should assess the direct impact of the training on children's health outcomes.