Table 1 An exhaustive list of the themes and codes that represented the data in the present study, and the number of extracts pertaining to each. Phrases in brackets refer to the names that were given to themes in the authors’ SLR [22]

Peer support (with a little help from my friends)

Trainees from different professional backgrounds sharing ideas and experiences

Provided opportunities to interact*

Make connections with similar people*

Encourage conversation*

Reduce feelings of isolation

Learning about problems in the wider sector*

Does it reflect reality? (keep it real)

Cover and discuss the trainees’ own workplace challenges

Use real-world examples

Link closely to real-world delivery and implementation

Dealing with complex cases*

Patient point of view explored*

Applicable to the implementing environment

Feasible implementation

Theory to practice*

Suitability (know your audience)

Consider the diverse backgrounds of trainees

Appropriate content

Accessibility

Training builds upon previous knowledge*

Design process*

The sequencing of the training modules*

Gaps in knowledge are easy to identify*

Inclusivity*

In-training support (in the moment)

Feedback

Dialogue rather than passive listening

Logistical and practical supports

Within training resources*

Everyone on board (are we on the same page?)

The entire organisation should be ‘on board’

System-wide implementation*

Training informs about current and relevant issues*

A supportive environment

Timing (pace yourself)

Last an appropriate duration

Appropriate amount of information

Prep work was needed*

Expectations versus reality*

Reasons for attending*

Did it match your expectations?*

Changing mind-sets (get in their heads)

An appropriate level of background knowledge may be needed for maximum gains

Is this any of my business?*

It can be difficult to change trainees’ habits

Encourage a change of mind-set

Leadership qualities (lead the way)

Experts in the topic

Relatable and understanding

Multiple trainers present*

Support from ‘above’*

Flexible application (expect the unexpected)

Appropriate for the reality of the implementing environment

Dealing with complex cases*

Acceptable to the population that it aims to help

Are we allowed to be flexible?*

Issues relating to the COVID-19 pandemic*

Issues specific to the online training environment*

Struggles with gaining a place because of COVID-19*

Smooth and seamless (blending in)

Link with current practice

Training builds upon previous knowledge*

Bring other practices together

Smooth and seamless

Confidence and capability (power to the people)

Build trainee confidence

Improve trainee competence

Signposting knowledge increased*

Broad reach (cast a wide net)

Empower trainees to disseminate their learning

Advertised or offered to a wide range of professionals

Wider attitudes (what do you think?)

Positive or negative views of the training can impact implementation

Compulsory implementation

Organisation taking ownership of making the required changes*

Spark further learning (light a fire)

Facilitate reflection

Facilitate independent learning

A strong alternative? (bigger and better)

Provides something that is missing or needed

A better alternative to previous practice

Post-training support (keep it going)

Follow-up progress checks with trainers

Access to guidance resources

Refresher training

Continued training

Implementation fidelity (by the book)

Regular utilisation

Fidelity monitoring

Resource availability (out of time)

Sufficient dedicated time

Sufficient resources and staffing

Surplus value (above and beyond)

Applicable to a wide variety of scenarios

Surplus value