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IDIS 280 Interprofessional Approaches in Healthcare Units: 3.00
This course aims to prepare learners with the knowledge and capabilities for working within complex interprofessional environments common in the healthcare sector. The course introduces the basics of collaborative practice in healthcare and the related six interprofessional competencies.
NOTE Only offered online. Consult Bachelor of Health Sciences program office.
NOTE Only offered online. Consult Bachelor of Health Sciences program office.
Learning Hours: 120 (96 Online Activity, 24 Private Study)
Requirements: Minimum 2nd year (Level 2) standing or permission of the Instructor.
Offering Faculty: Faculty of Health Sciences
Course Learning Outcomes:
- Define collaborative practice and explain the importance of collaborative client-centred practices from the perspectives of safe, quality, and effective care.
- Describe and define the six Canadian competencies associated with effective interprofessional collaborative practice in order to recognize and apply them in team-based interactions.
- Describe the basic components of effective teams and stages of team development to contribute to effective team development.
- Explain the relevance of good communication skills, competent conflict strategies, and of creating and supporting a culture of compassion in productive teamwork for successful client interactions and outcomes. Apply these in team-based learning situations.
- Identify your personal areas of strength and limitations, based on self-reflection and peer-feedback with a view to developing plans for future professional development.