Competence by Design
Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada
The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada’s Competence by Design (CBD) program is based on competency-based education and aims to improve training for medical specialists in Canada. The benefits of CBD include clear learning expectations for trainees, opportunities for feedback and coaching, and feedback for lifelong learning.
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Mentorship in health care Policies, standards and best practices
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