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Self-directed Characteristics of Participants in Online CE Programs

Purpose To determine the self-directed characteristics of medical imaging professionals who participate in online CE activities.

Methods A survey was administered to medical imaging professionals who completed an online CE program. Responses captured opinions on motivation, self-monitoring and self-management regarding CE activities.

Results Radiographers, the largest group of survey respondents, indicated that their motivation to participate in CE activities was based on licensure requirements, clinical competence and expanding clinical practice. Self-management responses reflected the desire to select courses with CE credits. Self-monitoring results captured the learner’s desire to practice cutting-edge technology.

Conclusion The ability to control their learning and to think critically about innovations in the field were most influential in motivating medical imaging professionals to complete CE courses.