Using Micro-Credential to Improve Palliative Care Training for Dementia
Author Information
Author(s): Sun Winnie, Calver Jen, Martignetti Lucas, Peters Volletta, Lemonde Manon
Primary Institution: Ontario Tech University
Hypothesis
Can micro-credential learning effectively enhance long-term care staff's expertise in palliative care for people with dementia?
Conclusion
The study found that specialized training using gamified learning significantly improved participants' knowledge and competence in palliative care.
Supporting Evidence
- There was a statistically significant increase in knowledge after the micro-credential training.
- Participants reported a mean increase of 3.2 more questions answered correctly.
- Focus group findings revealed key themes about the benefits of gamified simulation in training.
- Participants expressed a need for more palliative care training in their workplaces.
Takeaway
This study shows that short training programs can help caregivers learn more about how to take care of people with dementia.
Methodology
Participants completed a one-day training and were assessed using pre- and post-assessments to measure changes in knowledge and confidence.
Participant Demographics
Registered Practical Nurses, Registered Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, and Personal Support Workers from long-term care homes in Southern Ontario.
Statistical Information
P-Value
<.0001
Statistical Significance
p<0.0001
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