A scoping review of the use of behavioral theories in health professionals' continuing professional development research.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Continuing Professional Development (CPD) is critical for maintaining healthcare professionals' competencies and ensuring high-quality care. Despite its importance, the application of behavioral theories in CPD is limited. This scoping review maps the use of behavioral theories in CPD for health professionals, identifies gaps, and provides recommendations for future research.

Method

Joanna Briggs Institute guidelines and the PRISMA-ScR framework guided this review. Databases including PubMed, Embase, CINAHL, ERIC, APA PscyARTICLES and ProQuest Central were searched up to September 2024. Two independent reviewers screened and assessed the articles, with disagreements resolved through consensus. A total of 4,051 records were retrieved, 1,900 were screened after du

SUBMITTER: Adlan O 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12752388 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature