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A systematic approach to curriculum modernization: From gaps to competencies.
Lindsay Wolf1, Melissa McRae1, Leigh Hart1
1Keigwin School of Nursing, Jacksonville University, Jacksonville, FL, USA.
Summary
Nursing schools are transitioning to competency-based education (CBE) per the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) Essentials. Jacksonville University
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Curriculum Development
Background:
- The American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) Essentials (2021) mandate a shift from time-based to competency-based education (CBE) in nursing programs.
- Existing nursing curricula require modernization to meet new educational standards and enhance program quality.
Purpose of the Study:
- To detail the implementation of a competency-based education (CBE) model at the Keigwin School of Nursing.
- To align 14 academic tracks across four nursing programs with the AACN Essentials (2021) through a structured, faculty-driven process.
- To establish a sustainable framework for continuous quality improvement in nursing education.
Main Methods:
- A three-phase approach was employed, including gap analysis, systematic course redesign, and iterative faculty engagement.
- Established curriculum design and evaluation models guided the modernization initiative.
- The process focused on aligning existing strengths with the new AACN Essentials (2021) requirements.
Main Results:
- Successful alignment of 14 academic tracks across four programs with the AACN Essentials (2021).
- Development of a faculty-driven process that integrated modernization without disrupting existing curriculum strengths.
- Creation of a sustainable framework for ongoing quality improvement in nursing education.
Conclusions:
- The implemented three-phase approach provides a replicable model for other nursing schools seeking to adopt competency-based education (CBE).
- Faculty engagement is crucial for successful curriculum transformation and alignment with national standards.
- The initiative demonstrates a viable strategy for modernizing nursing curricula to meet evolving professional requirements.
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