Annals of global health
Mixed Training Team Implementation of the Basic Emergency Care Course in Liberia
By Michaeli N, Ekwen G, Main K and 5 others.
Abstract
Background
The Basic Emergency Care (BEC) course was developed to improve the management of acute illness and injury in resource-limited settings. Although BEC materials are freely available, formal instructor credentialing requires time and resources that may limit rapid implementation. In remote areas, such as Maryland County, Liberia, innovative approaches to BEC training are needed.
Objective
To evaluate the effectiveness of a BEC course delivered by a mixed instructor team consisting of credentialed and non-credentialed facilitators in improving emergency care knowledge and self-efficacy among healthcare providers in Liberia.