Table 2 Comparison of two training methods for DBS Specimen collection training

Faculty time is required for both developing and delivering the course

One-time faculty engagement is required in developing the course and at the time of competence assessment. However, it imposes less burden on faculty time compared to onsite training.

Synchronous sessions, hence, not all participants can attend them at the same time

Asynchronous teaching-AHPs can attempt the course at their own pace and time.

Need to be arranged repeatedly for the new AHP recruits

Once developed, the course can also be used to train new AHP recruits.

Separate sessions need to be conducted for hospitals in different areas. And not many AHPs can be trained at one time.

Multiple AHPs of different areas, /hospitals can be trained at the same time.

Need larger spaces/conference rooms to conduct sessions, to abide by the SOPs post-COVID

A mobile application for Moodle can be made available to AHPs.

Logistic and administrative support required

Minimal logistics are required for the competence assessment only.

Competence assessments can be done onsite

Competence assessments cannot be done. You need to call AHPs onsite for it.

Require laptop, multimedia, and appropriate conference room/space to conduct onsite sessions

Require licensed VLE, training of persons to develop and conduct courses via VLEs