Proper plans should be made concerning the education and training of practitioners and related health workers, and, where appropriate, examination, continuing education, and registration or licensing of the appropriate groups.

A human resource development plan should also be prepared to ensure that there will be adequate types and numbers of health care personnel to support this programme. External support and expertise may be required at various stages.

It is desirable to include knowledge on traditional and herbal medicine in the curricula for students in medical and pharmaceutical schools.