Case study: adapting the IAHSS curriculum in Thailand

Area of Science:

• Healthcare Security Management
• Security Training Program Development

Background:

• Corporate Protective Solutions (CPS), a Canadian security consulting firm specializing in healthcare, was tasked with adapting a training manual.
• The adaptation was requested by a client in late 2007.

Purpose of the Study:

• To outline the challenges encountered during the adaptation of the Basic Training Manual and Study Guide for Healthcare Security Officers.
• To provide a replicable process for international healthcare security managers.

Main Methods:

• The article focuses on the practical challenges and strategic considerations of adapting an existing security training program for a specific healthcare context.
• Case study approach detailing the adaptation process undertaken by CPS.

Main Results:

• Identified specific challenges in tailoring security training content for diverse healthcare environments.
• Demonstrated the feasibility of adapting standardized training materials for international application.

Conclusions:

• Successful adaptation of security training manuals is achievable with careful planning and consideration of local needs.
• International healthcare security managers can leverage this experience to enhance their own facility's security training programs.