Empowering an Age-Friendly Health Care Workforce
Author Information
Author(s): Tobey-Moore Leah, Beehler Melanie, Neill Kathryn, Dickinson Karen, Spradley Laura, McAtee Robin
Primary Institution: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Hypothesis
The program aims to encourage health professions students toward careers in geriatrics through experiential learning and interprofessional training.
Conclusion
The program successfully enhanced students' interprofessional collaboration skills and deepened their interest in geriatrics.
Supporting Evidence
- Students completed two geriatric-focused didactic events and two experiential community events.
- The program included an interprofessional education team project focused on Mobility.
- Reflection essays indicated a positive overall experience and enhanced collaboration skills.
- Programmatic surveys showed strong teamwork dynamics and deepened interest in geriatrics.
Takeaway
This program helps students learn how to care for older people by working together and doing hands-on activities.
Methodology
Students participated in didactic events, community events, and an interprofessional education project focused on geriatrics.
Participant Demographics
Students from various health professions including pharmacy, physician assistant, medical doctor, audiology, and physical therapy.
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