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The Importance of Adhering to Terminology When Implementing Competency-Based Veterinary Education (CBVE)
Kristin P Chaney1, Jennifer L Hodgson2, Heidi E Banse3
1School of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX 77843.
Ensuring fidelity and consistent terminology in the Competency-Based Veterinary Education (CBVE) model is crucial for successful implementation. Accurate application of CBVE components prevents perceived failures and advances veterinary education for new graduate success.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Medical Education
- Outcomes-Based Education
- Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME)
Background:
- The American Association of Veterinary Medical Colleges (AAVMC) developed the Competency-Based Veterinary Education (CBVE) Model, drawing on lessons from other healthcare professions' outcomes-based education implementations.
- Fidelity in reproducing core components is vital for successful adoption of competency-based training, as seen in medical education.
Purpose of the Study:
- To emphasize the critical importance of fidelity and consistent terminology for the successful implementation of the AAVMC Competency-Based Veterinary Education (CBVE) Model.
- To highlight the risks of perceived or actual failure due to inconsistent application of CBVE principles and terminology.
Main Methods:
- Review of lessons learned from other healthcare professions regarding outcomes-based education implementation.
- Analysis of the role of fidelity and terminology consistency in competency-based medical education (CBME).
Main Results:
- Lack of fidelity in CBME core components hindered effectiveness evaluation and led to premature notions of failure.
- Inconsistent terminology in competency-based education poses a significant risk to the successful transition to and implementation of the CBVE Model.
Conclusions:
- Consistent terminology and accurate application of the AAVMC CBVE Model's components are essential for successful implementation.
- Widespread adoption of the CBVE Model, with shared understanding and consistent application, can advance veterinary education and enhance new graduate success.
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