Responses from 45% of 696 British midwives and interviews with 17 indicated that they identify their continuing education needs most frequently through interaction with colleagues. Their greatest needs were for professional issues and management topics; there is a demand for part-time and distance learning. (SK)

A survey of 314 community nurses, midwives, and health visitors in Britain revealed the practitioners' need for continuing education to help them provide research-based instruction for learners preparing for community-health service. Most practitioners had to study on their own time at their own expense. (SK)