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Preparing the workforce for healthy aging programs: the Skills for Healthy Aging Resources and Programs (SHARP)

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The Skills for Healthy Aging Resources and Programs (SHARP) initiative successfully improved competencies in gerontology and health promotion for students and aging service personnel. This evidence-based program effectively prepares the workforce for expanded community-based long-term care.

Keywords:
competenceevidence-based programsgerontologyhealthy agingworkforce development

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  • Gerontology
  • Public Health
  • Health Services Research

Background:

  • Aging service personnel lack gerontology and evidence-based health promotion training.
  • Community-based long-term care relies on effective programs for older adults.
  • Workforce development is crucial for supporting the growing needs of an aging population.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop and pilot a community college career technical education program called Skills for Healthy Aging Resources and Programs (SHARP).
  • To prepare undergraduate students and current aging service personnel for roles in healthy aging initiatives.
  • To test the effectiveness and feasibility of a competency-based curriculum for workforce development in gerontology.

Main Methods:

  • A multidisciplinary team designed four competency-based courses covering healthy aging, behavior change, and program management.
  • Faculty development and intensive training were provided to instructors and community partners.
  • Baseline and postprogram competency evaluations, along with process evaluations, were conducted for faculty and trainees.

Main Results:

  • Statistically significant improvements in all assessed competencies were observed in both faculty and students.
  • The SHARP program was piloted five times with 113 trainees, primarily community college students.
  • Process evaluations yielded insights for enhancing program implementation, dissemination, and trainee satisfaction.

Conclusions:

  • The SHARP program offers a validated, evidence-based model for preparing a competent workforce in healthy aging services.
  • The curriculum effectively addresses the need for specialized training in gerontology and health promotion for older adults.
  • The program's adaptability supports its feasibility for wider implementation and dissemination in community settings.