This study aimed at, prioritizing educational needs of vocational centers trainer in Tehran province. In need assessment two fundamental aspects of “knowledge” and “skill”, were studied in current and ideal situations. Data collection was performed through using questionnaire and interview. The results showed that the trainer’s performance in “knowledge” aspect is acceptable but more attention...

Introduction: Accreditation of educational institutions and educational therapeutic centers as an important step in the implementation of the” development and innovation of medical education plan “in recent years has been carried out and its pathology is an important necessity to achieve its goals, i.e. guaranteeing and improving the quality of education. The purpose of this study is to determi...

Introduction: Violence at work is considered an important risk factor worldwide. Nurses due to their presence and practice in treatment centers, direct contact with patients and also many stresses are at risk of various types of violence. Objective: The aim of this study was to determine the incidence of violence against nurses working in educational-medical centers in Rasht city. Methods: This...

Introduction: The great developments in medical sciences during the past three decades have made transformation and change in medical education more necessary than ever, and led to the establishment of educational development centers (EDCs). EDCs are responsible for decision-making and policy implementation to promote quality of education in universities. This research, explores faculty expecta...

Introduction: Unsafe sexual behaviors as important risky behaviors can expose individuals and society to dangerous infectious disease such as AIDS and viral hepatitis. Considering the high prevalence of unsafe sexual behaviors, this study aimed to determine the effect of educational programs to encourage safe sexual behaviors among substance abusers referred to substance abuse treatment centers...