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Skills, knowledge, aptitudes, and attitudes colloquium
James W Lloyd1, Lonnie J King, Andrew T Maccabe
1College of Veterinary Medicine, A110 Veterinary Medical Center, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI 48824, USA. lloydj@cvm.msu.edu
Journal of Veterinary Medical Education
|November 20, 2004
Summary
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) funded projects on the veterinary applicant pool, leadership, and hospital business models. A colloquium developed action plans for the future of veterinary medicine.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Education
- Professional Development
- Health Services Management
Background:
- Three American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) funded projects addressed critical areas: the veterinary school applicant pool, leadership skills, and veterinary teaching hospital (VTH) business models.
- These projects aimed to inform and shape the future trajectory of the veterinary profession.
Framework:
- The Skills, Knowledge, Aptitude, and Attitude (SKAs) Colloquium convened 72 participants from 24 veterinary colleges.
- The event facilitated discussions on the importance of the project findings for the veterinary profession's future.
Implementation:
- General sessions and facilitated small group discussions were employed to develop recommendations and action plans.
- Participants developed a list of potential AAVMC follow-up activities for implementation.
Implications:
- Key follow-up activities include advocating for faculty education on project results, developing realistic career information, and establishing a leadership consortium.
- Further implications involve advancing the VTH business model, reviewing admissions, integrating leadership into curricula, and enhancing faculty development opportunities.
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