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Educational learning needs of ANAC members--1991
1Nursing of Persons with HIV/AIDS, Hunter College, CUNY, Hunter-Bellevue School of Nursing, New York.
Summary
The Educational Needs Assessment tool surveyed ANAC members to identify learning needs and expertise in HIV prevention. Findings help plan targeted educational programs for healthcare professionals.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Public Health
- HIV/AIDS Prevention
Background:
- The Association of Nurses in AIDS Care (ANAC) Education Committee aims to identify learning needs.
- Assessing member needs is crucial for effective program development.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop and implement an Educational Needs Assessment tool for ANAC members.
- To identify specific learning needs and areas of expertise related to HIV prevention.
Main Methods:
- An Educational Needs Assessment tool was distributed to 1,116 ANAC members.
- A 14% response rate (155 members) was achieved by the deadline.
- Respondent demographics were compared to ANAC membership data.
Main Results:
- Key interest and expertise areas in primary, secondary, and tertiary HIV prevention were identified.
- Demographic data provided context for the identified needs.
- The tool facilitated understanding of the membership's educational landscape.
Conclusions:
- The Educational Needs Assessment tool effectively identified learning needs within ANAC.
- The tool's methodology is adaptable for program planning in other professional settings.
- Results inform future educational initiatives for HIV prevention specialists.
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