This paper investigates the evaluation frequency of K* training programs, synthesizes methods and outcome indicators used, and proposes future evaluation approaches. A systematic scoping review of publications evaluating K* training programs (formal and informal) targeting various professionals was conducted. Scientometric and content analyses were performed on 47 eligible studies from 824 unique resources. The Kirkpatrick four-level model categorized training outcomes. Most evaluations were conducted after 2014, primarily in the US and Canada, using surveys and interviews. Downstream organizational impacts were evaluated infrequently. Limitations included simple designs, small sample sizes, and a lack of long-term follow-up. The review highlights the need for more robust evaluations of K* training, particularly in fields beyond health and with assessments of long-term impacts.

Samantha Shewchuk, James Wallace, Mia Seibold