Evaluating the Effectiveness of Training Course toward Train-the-Trainer on Enhancing Healthcare Professionals' knowledge in Kurdistan Region- Iraq

Kawa Muhammed  Rostam; Pary Mohammad Aziz Aziz; Alia Faraj  Mustafa; Akam Omer  Ali; Sara Noori  Mohammad; Begard Othman  Muhammad; Arazo Adil  Jassim; Bushra Jabbar Hamarashid; Bayan Omar Sharif; Peshin Abdalstar  Salih

doi:10.36321/kjns.vi20252.20219

Authors

Kawa Muhammed Rostam Technical College of Administration, Department of Administration, Sulaimani Polytechnic University, Sulaymaniyah, Iraq.
Pary Mohammad Aziz Aziz Nursing department, Sulaimani Polytechnic University, Sulaymaniyah, Iraq.
Alia Faraj Mustafa Sociology Department, Human Science College, University of Sulaimani, Kurdistan Region, Iraq
Akam Omer Ali Faculty of Law and Political Science, Azadi University, Tehran. Islamic Republic of Iran
Sara Noori Mohammad College of Administration and Economics, Statistics and Informatics Department, University of Sulaimani, Sulaymaniyah, Iraq.
Begard Othman Muhammad Ministry of Health, Scientific Department, Sulaimani Directorate of Health, Health Development and Training Center, Kurdistan Region, Iraq.
Arazo Adil Jassim Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing Department, Garmian University, Sulaymaniyah, Iraq.
Bushra Jabbar Hamarashid Collage of Nursing, University of Human Development. Sulaimaniy, Iraq.
Bayan Omar Sharif Collage of Nursing, University of Human Development. Sulaimaniy, Iraq.
Peshin Abdalstar Salih Doha Institute for Graduate Studies, Department of Clinical Psychology, Doha, Qatar.

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.36321/kjns.vi20252.20219

Keywords:

Evaluation, train-the-trainer, knowledge enhancement, healthcare professionals, training impact.

Abstract

Background: Train the trainer programs are widely utilized in healthcare to disseminate knowledge and build capacity among professionals. In a field where resources are limited, healthcare professionals must address increasingly complex challenges. However, management-focused training is often absent from traditional university curricula, particularly in medicine, underscoring the need for specialized training programs.

Objectives: to assess healthcare professionals' knowledge and evaluate the impact of a train the trainers’ course on their knowledge.

Methodology: A quantitative design, descriptive study was employed, using a non-probability purposive sample of 50 healthcare professionals. The instrument's reliability was determined through stability reliability, test-retest approach. Data were collected via checklist before and after a training course. A post-test was administered on the final day of training to measure outcomes.

Results: The majority of participants (aged 20–35 years) were government employees, with educational backgrounds from nursing institutes and colleges. About 64% were hospital employees, while others worked in healthcare centers. (60%) had 0–5 years of professional experience. (74%) had not previously attended a train the trainer course. Before the training course only (12%) of them had a high level of knowledge regarding train the trainer while after completing the training, (100%) of participants reported high level of knowledge.

Conclusion: This study confirms the effectiveness of train-the-trainer programs in significantly improving healthcare professionals' knowledge, particularly in management skills lacking in traditional education. The dramatic pre-to-post-test knowledge gains demonstrate these programs' value for workforce development in resource-limited settings, advocating for their wider implementation to strengthen healthcare systems.