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PREH 1210: Interprofessional Collaboration
Effective date
September 2019
Department
Pre-Health Sciences
School
Health Sciences
Description
This course will introduce students to the concept of Interprofessional Collaboration (IPC) as it relates to quality patient care. It builds on the course Health Care System and Health Care Team from Term 1 of the Pre-Health Sciences program. Students will gain an understanding of the competency domains that provide a framework for IPC. Students will learn to recognize factors affecting IPC. Strategies to improve IPC will be discussed and role-played.
Credits
2.5
Year of study
1st Year Post-secondary
Prerequisites
PREH 1105 with a C-.
Corequisites
None
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Define Interprofessional Collaboration;
- Outline the six competency domains of the Interprofessional Collaboration Competency Framework as outlined by the Canadian Interprofessional Health Collaborative;
- Discuss the factors affecting Interprofessional Collaboration;
- Using concepts learned in Term 1 of the Pre-Health Sciences program, describe how various members of the health care team can improve the health care system through Interprofessional Collaboration;
- Outline and demonstrate effective strategies to help break down barriers affecting Interprofessional Collaboration
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 32
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 16
Total Hours: 48
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 16
Total Hours: 48
Instructional Strategies
Instructional methods will include lecture, group work, individual research, simulation, role playing, presentation and online activities. Attendance and Participation in simulation and role-playing activities are required for success.
Grading System
Letter Grade (A-F)
Passing grade
D
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Quizzes/Tests |
20 |
Mid term test |
|
Assignments |
35 |
Interprofessional Collaboration |
|
Lab Work |
20 |
Simulation/scenario exercises |
|
Final Exam |
25 |
|
Course topics
- Interprofessional Collaboration
- Canadian Interprofessional Health Collaborative (CIHR)
- National Interprofessional Competency Framework
- Interprofessional communication
- Patient/client/family/community-centred care
- Role clarification
- Team functioning
- Collaborative leadership
- Interprofessional conflict resolution
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/. - To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.