Table 3.

A summary of the strategies by ICM pillars of education, regulation and association

Education

• Improving quality of educational institutions including better facilities, learning environments (including e-learning) and renewed and updated curricula

• Increasing the number of training facilities in rural areas  • Accreditation and regulation of education providers to ensure quality

• Faculty development programs for educators and incentive plans to attract and retain quality educators

• Continuing professional development opportunities

• Skilled preceptors/clinical instructors and appropriate practicum sites to increase and re-vitalise practical, hands-on training in hospitals

Regulation

• An understanding of the importance of the role of the SRMNAH worker and the need for regulation at government and community levels and expressed in national policy

• A Council or Board to lead regulation

• National standards on which to guide course accreditation and licensing

Association

• Leadership and advocacy

• Collaborate with government and regulators

• Influence national and sub-national policy and planning

• Encourage health workers to be members – build capacity and provide mentorship