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Interprofessional Education with Graduate Students in Dietetics and Speech-Language Pathology: A
David M Rehfeld1, Jane Mertz Garcia1, Taylor Nading1
1School of Health Sciences, Kansas State University, Kansas, United States, Manhattan.
Seminars in Speech and Language
|July 28, 2026
Summary
Interprofessional education (IPE) improved speech-language pathology (SLP) and registered dietitian (RD) students
Area of Science:
- Interprofessional Education (IPE)
- Health Professions Education
- Clinical Practice Management
Background:
- Interprofessional education (IPE) is crucial for preparing students for interprofessional collaborative practice (IPCP).
- Effective IPCP is essential for managing complex clinical conditions.
- This study focuses on the specific needs of speech-language pathology (SLP) and registered dietitian (RD) students in dysphagia management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine the impact of a dysphagia-focused IPE sequence on SLP and RD students' perceptions of collaboration.
- To assess the influence of the IPE sequence on students' understanding of professional roles in dysphagia care.
- To evaluate the effectiveness of IPE integrated into existing coursework.
Main Methods:
- A mixed-methods approach was employed, involving 31 graduate students (23 SLP, 8 RD).
- Two case-based IPE sessions were embedded within existing coursework.
- Quantitative data were collected using the Student Perceptions of Interprofessional Clinical Education-Revised (SPICE-R) scale, and qualitative data were gathered through open-ended reflections analyzed using reflexive thematic analysis.
Main Results:
- Statistically significant improvements were observed in students' perceptions of interprofessional clinical education (SPICE-R scores).
- A significant increase in participants' perceived understanding of SLP and RD roles in dysphagia management was noted.
- Qualitative findings revealed a shift from generalized collaboration concepts to specific role understanding, communication, and shared responsibility.
Conclusions:
- Targeted interprofessional education experiences, when embedded within existing curricula, can significantly enhance trainees' perceived readiness for interprofessional collaborative practice.
- The study highlights the value of integrating IPE into specialized coursework for improving interprofessional skills in dysphagia care.
- Strong convergence between quantitative and qualitative data supports the effectiveness of the IPE intervention.
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