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Revitalizing Learning Outcomes for Adult Gerontology Advanced Practice Programs
Camille Payne1, Kathleen Farrell2, Mary L Heye3
1Professor of Nursing, WellStar School of Nursing, Kennesaw State University, Kennesaw, GA, 30144..
Summary
Advanced practice registered nursing programs are evolving to include gerontology. This article outlines a process for developing learning outcomes to integrate adult gerontology content into advanced practice nursing education for improved program outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Gerontology
- Advanced Practice Registered Nursing
Background:
- The Consensus Model for Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Regulation guides advanced practice roles.
- Graduate nursing programs are expanding to include gerontology for adult patient care.
- Increased program breadth necessitates restructuring to incorporate gerontologic content.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe a process for developing or revitalizing learning outcomes.
- To integrate gerontologic content into advanced practice nursing programs.
- To enhance program revision and evaluation using meaningful learning outcomes.
Main Methods:
- Focus on developing role-specific adult gerontology competencies.
- Utilize data collection and analysis for program improvement.
- Incorporate learning outcomes throughout program revision and evaluation.
Main Results:
- Provides a framework for creating effective learning outcomes.
- Offers examples and definitions for adult gerontology competencies.
- Facilitates the integration of gerontologic content into curricula.
Conclusions:
- Restructuring advanced practice programs is essential for incorporating gerontology.
- Meaningful learning outcomes are crucial for program revision and evaluation.
- This process supports the development of competent advanced practice nurses in adult gerontology.
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