Table 3.
Perceived barriers to CPD (N = 46)
| Variables | Response (N = 46) | |
|---|---|---|
| No | Yes | |
| Lack of relevant learning opportunities | 10 (21.7%) | 36 (78.3%) |
| Inaccessibility (location/distance) of group learning activities | 12 (26.1%) | 34 (73.9%) |
| Lack of time | 13 (28.3%) | 33 (71.7%) |
| Insufficient resources to achieve my CPD goals | 16 (34.8%) | 30 (65.2%) |
| Job constraints | 18 39.1%) | 28 (60.9%) |
| Cost Higher cost of participation | 20 (43.5%) | 26 (56.5%) |
| Low personal priority of learning in relation to other activities | 22 (47.8%) | 24 (52.2%) |
| Lack of quality learning activities | 23 (50%) | 23 (50%) |
| Family constraints (e.g. spouse, children) | 27 (58.7%) | 19 (41.3%) |
| Uninteresting subjects or topics | 28 (60.9%) | 18 (39.1%) |