Interprofessional Learning in Practice: The Student Experience

Interprofessional learning and the development of teamworking skills are recognised as essential for patient care and are also a government priority for undergraduate education. Sixteen occupational therapy students worked on an interprofessional training ward as part of their practice placement and...

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Published in:The British journal of occupational therapy 2007-08, Vol.70 (8), p.358-361
Main Authors: Mackenzie, Alice, Craik, Christine, Tempest, Stephanie, Cordingley, Kevin, Buckingham, Ian, Hale, Sally
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Interdisciplinary approach
Learning
Occupational therapy
Patient care
Training
Undergraduate students
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Summary:Interprofessional learning and the development of teamworking skills are recognised as essential for patient care and are also a government priority for undergraduate education. Sixteen occupational therapy students worked on an interprofessional training ward as part of their practice placement and three of them participated in an evaluation using the nominal group technique. Despite this small number, the evaluation identifies the value of this learning experience in giving the students an opportunity to appreciate the importance of interpersonal skills; to learn about other team members' roles; and to experience the challenges of working on a busy rehabilitation ward for older people.
ISSN:0308-0226
1477-6006
DOI:10.1177/030802260707000806