Pollock Nancy A, Dix Leah, Whalen Sandra Sahagian, Campbell Wenonah N, Missiuna Cheryl A
Can J Occup Ther. 2017 Oct/Dec;84(4-5):242-252. doi: 10.1177/0008417417709483. Epub 2017 Jun 23.
Adopting a new model of clinical practice is complex. Professional development programs based on best-practice principles may facilitate this process.
This paper describes the development and evaluation of a multifaceted professional development program designed to support school-based occupational therapists to deliver a capacity-building model of service.
Twenty-two therapists participated in the program; completed pre-post evaluations of knowledge, skills, and beliefs; evaluated specific components of the training program; and participated in focus groups. Quantitative data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Qualitative data were analyzed using a directed content analysis.
Therapists' perceptions of their knowledge and skills showed statistically significant change. Both training and mentorship were highly valued; however, having opportunities to build peer networks was considered essential.
Multifaceted professional development programs designed using best-practice principles are an important mechanism for facilitating practice change. Including a process for peer support is advised.
采用新的临床实践模式是复杂的。基于最佳实践原则的专业发展项目可能会促进这一过程。
本文描述了一个多方面专业发展项目的开发与评估，该项目旨在支持学校职业治疗师提供能力建设服务模式。
22名治疗师参与了该项目；完成了对知识、技能和信念的前后评估；评估了培训项目的具体组成部分；并参加了焦点小组。定量数据采用描述性和推断性统计进行分析。定性数据采用定向内容分析法进行分析。
治疗师对其知识和技能的认知显示出统计学上的显著变化。培训和指导都受到高度重视；然而，有机会建立同行网络被认为是必不可少的。
采用最佳实践原则设计的多方面专业发展项目是促进实践变革的重要机制。建议纳入同行支持的过程。
