A Nordic framework for patient safety knowledge and skills

Part 1: Development of a Nordic framework for patient safety knowledge and skills

Part 1 contains background to the project, a brief overview of the patient safety literature, a summary of best practices of patient safety education, and a review of patient safety education in the Nordics as well as reference countries. In addition, part 1 contains eight joint positions on the Nordic framework from the participating authorities in the Nordic countries.

Part 2: Competence areas for patient safety

Part 2 contains 15 competence areas for patient safety (“the framework”). For each competence area, key components and descriptions are provided.


The report can be used in all Nordic countries as a tool for planning and evaluating contents of basic and further education and training of social and healthcare professionals. It encourages sharing experience, good practices, and methods according to the goals of the Nordic Council of Ministers.

The report was drafted by a project team of four patient safety experts from Finland, Norway, and Sweden. The final report was approved by a steering group of patient safety officials from all Nordic countries.

Events

Nordic Webinar for Healthcare Providers and Educators 16th of December 2024

Materials

Report: A Nordic framework for patient safety knowledge and skills (pdf )

PowerPoint Presentation: Competence areas for patient safety