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Se Ok Ohr1, Dee Maguire, Nina Lord
1Dr. Ohr: Education & Training Developer, District HETI, Professional Practice and Interprofessional Collaboration, NSW Health Education and Training Institute, Clinical Research Fellow, Nursing and Midwifery Research Centre, Hunter New England Local Health District, Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia and Conjoint Lecturer, University of Newcastle, University Drive, Callaghan, New South Wales, Australia. Ms. Maguire: Education & Training Developer, District HETI, Professional Practice and Interprofessional Collaboration, Health Education and Training Institute. Ms. Lord: Former Director, District HETI, Professional Practice and Interprofessional Collaboration, Health Education and Training Institute. Mr. Talluri: Digital Solution Architect, Education & Training Developer, District HETI, Professional Practice and Interprofessional Collaboration, Health Education and Training Institute, Gladesville, New South Wales, Australia. Ms. Solman: Chief Executive, Health Education and Training Institute, Gladesville, New South Wales, Australia and Adjunct Professor at the University of Sydney and the University of Technology, Sydney, Australia.
The Health Education and Training Institute (HETI) operational model provides equitable, accessible education resources for over 155,000 NSW Health staff. This novel approach supports continuing professional development (CPD) through online modules and virtual teams.
Area of Science:
- Health Professions Education
- Organizational Learning
- Public Health Systems
Background:
- Continuing professional development (CPD) is crucial for health organizations.
- Equitable and accessible education resources are essential for effective CPD.
- The Health Education and Training Institute (HETI) developed a novel operational model for NSW Health.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the District HETI Operational Model and its impact on health workforce education.
- To highlight the principles and implementation of a state-wide learning management system for CPD.
- To evaluate the effectiveness and accessibility of online education resources for health professionals.
Main Methods:
- Implementation of the District HETI Operational Model across NSW Health.
- Development of over 451 standardized online education and training modules.
- Utilization of a state-wide learning management system for resource delivery.
Main Results:
- Over 13.6 million learner completions achieved through cost-effective online programs.
- Resources developed for diverse health professions including medical, nursing, dental, and allied health.
- Program evaluations indicate a positive learning experience and national/international awards received.
Conclusions:
- The District HETI Operational Model successfully supports equitable access to contemporary, evidence-based education.
- The model's principles are transferable to other health organizations seeking to enhance CPD.
- Adoption of similar models is recommended for future CPD interventions by practitioners, researchers, and policymakers.
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