BACPR are delighted that the above article has been published in a respected national publication; The British Journal of Cardiology.
The article outlines the development of the Certification programme.
It also highlights the role that Certification can play in promoting excellence in Cardiovascular Rehabilitation:
“Publishing guidance on a set of national service standards is obviously important, however, measuring the level of adherence to guidance is even more important.”
Signal essential standards of care delivery in CR
Promote excellence and reward improvement in the delivery of CR
Encourage greater conformity of services across the countries within the UK
Provide information for patients (their caregivers and family) on the level of service they can expect from a CR programme
Provide commissioners with a badge of quality assurance for their local CR services.