Interprofessional Education: Impact and Design
Tracking # 20-1206208
Course overview
Contemporary healthcare requires efficient and effective interaction and teamwork by groups of diverse healthcare providers. Interprofessional (IP) education aims to improve collaborative practice in which healthcare decisions are made as a cohesive group, including the patient. Continuing education programs with an IP focus can be a powerful method to break down barriers that hinder collaboration. This course will review the essential features of IP teamwork, the emerging role of IP continuing education in supporting the growth and effectiveness of healthcare providers, and the maintenance of well-functioning clinical healthcare teams. It will use review questions and reflective thinking to promote active learning.
Subject areas
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