Introduction to Interprofessional Education and Practice

Course Description

This course provides an introduction to Interprofessional Education and Practice (IPE/IPP) emphasizing the central principles of interprofessional practice and the importance of effective interdisciplinary collaboration within the health sciences.

Syllabus

Student Learning Outcomes, Goals, Objectives:

Students successfully completing this course will be able to:

  • Understand the principles and importance of interprofessional collaborative practice in healthcare.
  • Develop skills in communication, teamwork, and collaboration among healthcare professionals.
  • Analyze case studies and real-world scenarios to apply interprofessional practice concepts.
  • Reflect on personal and professional roles in an interprofessional team.

Course Grading Information:

Activity/Performance Measure Percentage/Points
2 Papers (each 50 points) + 2 video (30 points each)160 points
Study Case Group Discussions +Presentation75 points
Worksheets50 points
Exams (1 and 2)200 points
Seminar Series Presentation150 points
5 Seminar quizzes (10 points each)50 points
Final Exam200 points

Grades:

Grading Scale

Percentage Letter Grade
≥ 93.0%A
90.0%-92.9%A-
87.0%-89.9%B+
83.0%-86.9%B
80.0%-82.9%B-
77.0%-79.9%C+
73.0%-76.9%C
70.0%-72.9%C-
60.0%-69.9%D
<60.0%F

Attendance/Participation:

This is a face-to-face discipline. Regular class attendance is a responsibility and a privilege of university education. It is fundamental to the orderly acquisition of knowledge. Students will not be graded for attendance; however, class activities will take place without announcement and cannot be made up without a documented excuse. Student-athletes must make prior arrangements for any conflicts with their schedules and due dates for this course.

Course Materials Purchased by the Students:

"Foundations of Interprofessional Collaborative Practice in Health Care" by Slusser et al.

Scholarly Perspectives

This course engages diverse scholarly perspectives to develop critical thinking, analysis, and debate and inclusion of a reading does not imply endorsement.