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