Abstract
Purpose This study examines the impact of three delivery models of an interprofessional education (IPE) curriculum on perceptions of interprofessional collaborative practice competencies among graduate-level health profession students. The curriculum was rooted in the Interprofessional Education Collaborative (IPEC) Core Competencies (2016).
Problem Statement Despite widespread recognition of the importance of IPE in preparing healthcare students for collaborative training by numerous health organizations, health profession programs, and their accrediting agencies, there is no clear pedagogical best practice for training students from various health professions to achieve effective interprofessional training.
Significance IPE is essential for fostering skills in interprofessional collaboration, a critical factor in improving health outcomes. By examining different delivery methods, this study contributes evidence on how curricular design impacts collaborative competency development, offering guidance to educators and institutions seeking to implement effective IPE strategies.
Implications Results showed statistically significant improvements in perceived collaborative competencies across all delivery methods. These findings suggest that content and objectives grounded in a strong competency framework, such as IPEC, may outweigh the impact of specific delivery methods. Educators should prioritize curricular content and objectives while choosing delivery methods that address logistical and institutional constraints.
Conclusion This study highlights the importance of an IPE curriculum based in a strong theoretical, competency-based framework. Health professions programs should focus on developing robust curricular content while adopting flexible delivery methods tailored to institutional needs, ensuring consistent gains in interprofessional collaboration skills among students.
Recommended Citation
Boos, K., Beck, B., Krzykowski, J., & Doebert-Fischer, A. M. (2025). Impact of Interprofessional Instructional Design on Graduate Healthcare Students Collaborative Practice Competency. Journal of Interprofessional Practice and Collaboration, 5(2). Retrieved from https://repository.ulm.edu/ojihp/vol5/iss2/8
