Table 2 Comparison among CCEs of use of the term research

Must teach research inquiry & scientific method

X

X

X

X

X

Processes/policy that recognises, develops, supports staff research

X

X

X

Establish research programs

X

X

X

X

X

Provide adequate time/space/finances/resources

X

X

X

Create an environment which encourages/facilitates research

X

X

X

X

Adhere to ethics/highest standards of research conduct

X

X

X

X

X

Written policies protecting human/animal subjects

X

X

X

X

Staff development to include research

X

X

X

Research must inform chiropractic practice

X

X

Research must inform/interaction with education/teaching

X

X

X

Evidence its contribution to body of research

X

X

X

Establish objectives for research

X

X

Students to conduct research projects

X

X

X

X

Students trained in research methods

X

X

X

X

Students to be encourage & prepare for engagement in research

X

X

x

Students have post grad research opportunities

X

Encourage students to gain research experience

X

X

X

Compile evidence of contribution to profession

X

X

X

x

Provide research active staff who supervise students

X

X

Research with other health sectors

X

X

Must research the field of chiropractic

X

X

Be meaningful research & highest possible quality

X