Table 2.

Findings from included articles, organised by theme

Numbers in brackets categorize findings through thematic grouping, according to the following 17 evaluation components and five overarching dimensions.
Characteristics of QI training QI projects as part of QI training programme Coaching/mentorship as part of QI training programme Use of e-learning resources QI training partnerships QI training during residence or undergraduate healthcare studies
Characteristics of QI activity Opportunities to apply QI skills Informal QI training and coaching as part of the working environment Patient and community participation in QI
Individual capacity (enablers/barriers) QI skills and knowledge Motivation and interest in QI activity Individual barriers to QI training
Organisational capacity (enablers/barriers): Organisational culture and leadership support to QI Teamwork, team empowerment and resources for QI Monitoring of and accountability for quality Spread/diffusion of QI activity QI strategy and work with health regulatory body
Impact (outcomes) Patient and care outcomes

Continued