[Implementing systematically: To what extent can implementation science make an educational contribution to health...

Area of Science:

• Implementation science
• Health services research
• Knowledge translation

Context:

• Bridging the gap between implementation science findings and healthcare practice remains a challenge.
• Numerous international initiatives focus on making implementation science accessible to healthcare professionals.
• Master's programs in German-speaking countries aim to increase accessibility to implementation science.

Purpose:

• To explore the relevance and design considerations of advanced training for healthcare practice.
• To support knowledge circulation from implementation science into healthcare settings.
• To identify essential components for developing effective advanced training programs.

Summary:

• Advanced training programs tailored to the needs of healthcare implementers in German-speaking countries are beneficial.
• International experiences provide valuable insights for developing these training programs.
• A participatory, needs-oriented, and theory-based approach is essential for successful advanced training.

Impact:

• Enhancing the translation of implementation science findings into healthcare practice.
• Improving the competencies of healthcare professionals in implementation science.
• Facilitating the development of effective and sustainable training formats for knowledge circulation.