TY - JOUR
T1 - A partnership model in the development and implementation of a collaborative, cardiovascular education program for Aboriginal Health Workers
AU - Davidson, Patricia M.
AU - DiGiacomo, Michelle
AU - Abbott, Penny
AU - Zecchin, Robert
AU - Heal, Patricia E.
AU - Mieni, Lynette
AU - Sheerin, Noella
AU - Smith, Janice
AU - Mark, Andy
AU - Bradbery, Brenda
AU - Davison, Joyce
PY - 2008
Y1 - 2008
N2 - A partnership model was established among key education providers, policy makers, non-government organisations, the local area health service and Aboriginal community controlled organisations aimed at increasing collaboration, skill development, cultural competence and increasing access to mentorship and expertise for Aboriginal Health Workers (AHWs). A group of 21 AHWs, within two cohorts, undertook the program between October 2005 and June 2006. A mixed-method evaluation using quantitative and qualitative data collection methods was undertaken prospectively. Knowledge and confidence scores significantly increased for all participants over the course duration. Student evaluation demonstrated a desire for group-based activities and the high value placed on clinical visits. Feedback on both outcome and process measures will inform course delivery and design.
AB - A partnership model was established among key education providers, policy makers, non-government organisations, the local area health service and Aboriginal community controlled organisations aimed at increasing collaboration, skill development, cultural competence and increasing access to mentorship and expertise for Aboriginal Health Workers (AHWs). A group of 21 AHWs, within two cohorts, undertook the program between October 2005 and June 2006. A mixed-method evaluation using quantitative and qualitative data collection methods was undertaken prospectively. Knowledge and confidence scores significantly increased for all participants over the course duration. Student evaluation demonstrated a desire for group-based activities and the high value placed on clinical visits. Feedback on both outcome and process measures will inform course delivery and design.
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U2 - 10.1071/AH080139
DO - 10.1071/AH080139
M3 - Article
C2 - 18241157
AN - SCOPUS:42449161621
SN - 0156-5788
VL - 32
SP - 139
EP - 146
JO - Australian Health Review
JF - Australian Health Review
IS - 1
ER -