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A multi-professional evidence-based practice course improved allied health students' confidence and knowledge
Sally Bennett1, Tammy Hoffmann, Miranda Arkins
1Division of Occupational Therapy School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. sally.bennett@uq.edu.au
Journal of Evaluation in Clinical Practice
|December 1, 2010
Summary
A university course significantly improved allied health students' confidence and knowledge in evidence-based practice (EBP). While attitudes remained positive, the training enhanced practical skills and understanding for future healthcare professionals.
Area of Science:
- Allied Health Education
- Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) Implementation
- Healthcare Professional Training
Background:
- Effective integration of evidence-based practice (EBP) is crucial for allied health professionals.
- University curricula play a vital role in equipping future practitioners with EBP skills.
- Assessing the impact of EBP training on student confidence and knowledge is essential.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate a semester-long, multi-professional university course on evidence-based practice (EBP) principles.
- To assess changes in allied health students' attitudes, confidence, and knowledge (perceived and actual) regarding EBP.
- To determine the effectiveness of EBP training within a university setting.
Main Methods:
- A pre-post study design was employed with allied health students.
- A 13-week multi-professional university course incorporated lectures, tutorials, workshops, and database searching.
- Questionnaires assessed attitudes, confidence, and perceived/actual knowledge before and after the course.
Main Results:
- Attitudes towards EBP remained positive and did not significantly change.
- Statistically significant improvements were observed in confidence (mean increase 9.02).
- Perceived knowledge (mean increase 14.15) and actual knowledge (mean increase 3.56) regarding EBP significantly improved.
Conclusions:
- The multi-professional university course effectively enhanced allied health students' confidence and knowledge in evidence-based practice.
- Further research is required to ascertain long-term behavioral changes post-graduation.
- Optimal methods for multi- and interprofessional EBP training delivery warrant further investigation.
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