Table 2

Data charting variables/domains, according to the PCC Framework and best practice guidance and reporting items for the development of scoping review protocols13

PCC elementsItem/domainDescription
YearYear of publication
Author/sList of all authors
Publication typeReview, commentary, empirical study, other
Study designDescriptive, experimental
Geographical locationContinent, country
PopulationSettingType of school/institute/educational clinic
ContextType of nursing programmeUndergraduate, postgraduate, bachelor of science in nursing or other type of academic programme/clinic
ConceptEPAs characteristicsWhat are the EPAs described and how are they characterised?
TitleTitle of the EPA4
SpecificationsIncluded activities4
LimitationsExcluded in the activity4
Most relevant competency domainsCompetency framework used to develop the EPAs4
ImplementationYes/no. If ’yes’, when and how?
EffectsOutcomes and effects
Evidence supporting effectsEffect sizes
  • EPAs, entrustable professional activities.