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Evaluation of a child health associate program.

C I Dungy, D L Sander

    Journal of Medical Education
    |May 1, 1977
    PubMed
    Summary
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    The University of Colorado Child Health Associate Program underwent a thorough review to enhance its educational effectiveness. This evaluation involved diverse stakeholders and focused on curriculum and skills, leading to program improvements.

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    Area of Science:

    • Medical Education
    • Health Professions Education

    Background:

    • The Child Health Associate Program at the University of Colorado sought to evaluate its educational framework.
    • Continuous program assessment is vital for maintaining high standards in health professions education.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To critically review the effectiveness of the Child Health Associate Program's structure and content.
    • To identify areas for improvement in the program's curriculum and delivery.

    Main Methods:

    • An intensive two-day seminar was conducted for program evaluation.
    • Workshops involved a wide range of stakeholders including students, graduates, faculty, employers, and administrators.
    • Specific topics evaluated included basic and clinical sciences, psychosocial skills, and proficiency testing.

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    Main Results:

    • Valuable data were collected through comprehensive stakeholder feedback.
    • The review identified key areas within the program's structure and content for enhancement.

    Conclusions:

    • The critical review provided essential data for program improvement.
    • Stakeholder engagement is crucial for effective evaluation and enhancement of health professions programs.