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Interprofessional vs. interdisciplinary services in school-based occupational therapy practice
Keli Mu1, Charlotte Brasic Royeen
1Department of Occupational Therapy, School of Pharmacy and Health Professions, Creighton University Medical Center, Omaha, NE 68178, USA. kmu@creighton.edu
Occupational Therapy International
|March 18, 2005
Summary
School-based occupational therapy should use "interprofession" and "transprofession" terms. This precise language enhances professionalism and accuracy in interprofessional collaboration for occupational therapists.
Area of Science:
- Health Sciences
- Professional Studies
Background:
- Interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary service models are frequently advocated in school-based occupational therapy.
- Current terminology use is often inaccurate, potentially hindering effective collaboration.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine the distinction between discipline and profession in the context of allied health services.
- To recommend the precise use of 'interprofession' and 'transprofession' for school-based occupational therapy.
Main Methods:
- Conceptual analysis of professional and disciplinary terminology.
- Literature review on interprofessional and transdisciplinary service models in practice.
Main Results:
- Occupational therapy is identified as a profession, not a discipline.
- The terms 'interprofession' and 'transprofession' more accurately reflect collaborative practice involving distinct professions.
Conclusions:
- Adopting 'interprofession' and 'transprofession' enhances linguistic precision in occupational therapy.
- Accurate terminology fosters improved professionalism and more effective interprofessional interactions and collaborations.