Training Health Students in Age-Friendly Care
Author Information
Author(s): Bennett Katherine, Brazg Tracy, McPeak Ashley, Willgerodt Mayumi, Cochrane Barbara, Mike Leigh Ann, Phelan Elizabeth
Primary Institution: University of Washington
Hypothesis
Can integrating health professions students into Project ECHO-Geriatrics effectively deliver training on age-friendly and interprofessional care?
Conclusion
Project ECHO is a feasible and effective approach to expand age-friendly, interprofessional training for health professions students.
Supporting Evidence
- One hundred percent of participants reported the program was meaningful and worth their time.
- All competency items improved, with the greatest improvements in understanding roles on an interprofessional team and confidence for providing age-friendly care.
- Participants reported an increased likelihood of focusing on geriatrics in their careers.
- Open-ended feedback highlighted increased geriatrics knowledge and the importance of interprofessional teamwork.
Takeaway
This study shows that health students can learn to work together better and provide care for older people through a special training program.
Methodology
Students attended at least 3 ECHO sessions and post-session debriefs after an introduction to age-friendly care.
Participant Demographics
Students from 9 health professions programs at the University of Washington.
Statistical Information
P-Value
<0.001
Statistical Significance
p<0.001
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