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Using evaluation strategies within a hospital-based dietetic education program: a case study.

C M Thompson1, J M Hughes

  • 1Area Health Education Center/Veteran's Administration Medical Center, Saginaw, Michigan 48602.

Journal of the American Dietetic Association
|May 1, 1989
PubMed
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This study evaluated a hospital dietetic education program. Graduates showed high employment rates, with most finding jobs post-training.

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Area of Science:

  • Dietetic education
  • Healthcare professional training
  • Medical education outcomes

Background:

  • Consortium-based hospital dietetic education programs require effective evaluation strategies.
  • Documenting educational outcomes is crucial for program improvement and accreditation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe evaluation strategies for a consortium-based hospital dietetic education program.
  • To assess educational outcomes, including student time allocation and graduate employment.

Main Methods:

  • A case study approach was employed.
  • Surveys were administered to six hospital facilities and 56 graduates in June 1985.
  • Data collected included student time allocation in foodservice and clinical experiences and graduate employment status.

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Main Results:

  • Dietetic student time was allocated to foodservice (46%) and clinical experiences (54%).
  • A 71% graduate survey return rate was achieved.
  • 95% of graduates sought employment, and 93% were employed in 1985, reflecting strong career outcomes.

Conclusions:

  • The evaluation strategies effectively documented educational outcomes.
  • The program demonstrated success in preparing dietetic professionals for employment.
  • High graduate employment rates indicate program effectiveness and relevance.