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Competency-Based Education and Practice in Physical Therapy: It's Time to Act!
Jean Fitzpatrick Timmerberg1, Steven B Chesbro2, Gail M Jensen3
1Programs in Physical Therapy, Columbia University, New York, New York, USA.
Physical Therapy
|February 28, 2022
Summary
Competency-based education (CBE) ensures physical therapists demonstrate skills for high-quality patient care. Adopting a CBE framework is crucial for consistent, safe, and effective physical therapy practice.
Area of Science:
- Health Professions Education
- Physical Therapy Practice
Background:
- Competency-based education (CBE) is an educational approach where progression is based on demonstrated competency.
- Defined performance outcomes, guided by societal health needs, shape health professions education.
- A lack of a CBE framework may lead to skill variation and impact patient care quality.
Purpose of the Study:
- Highlight the need for a shared language in physical therapy education.
- Provide an overview of CBE and its importance.
- Propose a shift towards CBE in physical therapy and advocate for continuous professional development.
Main Methods:
- This perspective article discusses the principles and necessity of CBE in physical therapy.
- It reviews the current state and proposes a future direction for the profession.
- The article emphasizes the role of standardized outcomes and assessment processes.
Main Results:
- A universally understood language and standardized performance outcomes are essential for CBE.
- Implementing CBE requires a framework for assessing demonstrated competence.
- A shift to CBE can ensure adaptable, high-quality, and safe patient care.
Conclusions:
- The physical therapy profession must transition to a competency-based education system.
- Continuous purposeful practice, guided by CBE, is vital for safe and efficient practice.
- Adopting CBE will enhance the quality and consistency of physical therapist services.
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