Differentiating CPE from Training: Reconsidering Terms, Boundaries, and Economic Factors Article

Van Loo, JB, Rocco, TS. (2006). Differentiating CPE from Training: Reconsidering Terms, Boundaries, and Economic Factors . HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT REVIEW, 5(2), 202-227. 10.1177/1534484306287329

cited authors

  • Van Loo, JB; Rocco, TS

authors

abstract

  • The differences between continuing professional education (CPE) and training are examined by presenting a systems view of the factors that make CPE different from training. The authors analyze these differences by discussing scope, stakeholders, control, and occupational mobility. These factors provide a framework for examining differences between CPE and training from an economic perspective. The authors review economic rationales for CPE and discuss how existing training evaluation concepts, such as cost-benefit analysis and return on investment may be adapted to the specific characteristics of CPE. They end by reflecting on the possibilities that the proposed approach offers and list a number of recommendations for further research. © 2006, Sage Publications. All rights reserved.

publication date

  • June 1, 2006

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start page

  • 202

end page

  • 227

volume

  • 5

issue

  • 2