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Interprofessional Approaches in Healthcare
IDIS 280/3.0
This course aims to prepare learners with the knowledge and capabilities for working within complex interprofessional environments as common in the healthcare sector. These capabilities are referred to as ‘interprofessional competencies’, as developed by healthcare experts and leaders in Canada, and described in The National Interprofessional Competency Framework. The six competencies are: patient/client/family/community-centred care, interprofessional communication, role clarification, team functioning, interprofessional conflict resolution and collaborative leadership. These competencies can be mapped to CanMEDS roles and comparable health discipline competencies. The course is designed as a series of modules, introducing the basics of collaborative practice in healthcare and the six interprofessional competencies, culminating in the application of knowledge to authentic patient scenarios and effective collaborative teamwork.
Learning Outcomes
After completing IDIS 280, students will be able to:
- Define collaborative practice and explain the importance of collaborative client-centred practices from the perspectives of safe, quality, and effective care.
- Describe and define the six Canadian competencies associated with effective interprofessional collaborative practice in order to recognize and apply them in team-based interactions.
- Describe the basic components of effective teams and stages of team development to contribute to effective team development.
- Explain the relevance of good communication skills, competent conflict strategies, and of creating and supporting a culture of compassion in productive teamwork for successful client interactions and outcomes. Apply these in team-based learning situations.
- Identify your personal areas of strength and limitations, based on self-reflection and peer-feedback with a view to developing plans for future professional development.
Terms
Fall 2021
Course Dates:
Sept. 7 - Dec. 3, 2021
Exam Dates:
N/A
Evaluation
5% - Pre- and Post-Course Questionnaire
15% - Modules 1-5 and Culminating Professional Reflections
10% - Team Development Activities
10% - Our Team Group Assignment
10% - Identifying and Exploring Stereotypes in Healthcare
30% - Interview with a Healthcare Professional
10% - Collaborative Team Analysis of a Privileged Presence Story
5% - "What About Ben?" Discussion Board
5% - Module 1-5 Quiz
*Evaluation Subject to Change*
Instructor
Dr. Rosemary Brander (branderr@queensu.ca)
Textbooks and Materials
- IDIS 280 course notes via modules posted online.
- Textbook: Privileged Presence, 2nd Edition, Personal Stories of Connections in Health Care (Liz Crocker & Bev Johnson, Bull Publishing, 2014)
- Relevant primary literature and review articles pertaining to specific modules will be provided by the instructors.
Time Commitment
Students can expect to spend approximately 8 hours a week in study/practice and online activity for IDIS 280.
Winter 2022
Course Dates:
Jan 10 - April 8, 2022
Exam Dates:
April 14-30, 2022
Evaluation
5% - Pre- and Post-Course Questionnaire
15% - Modules 1-5 and Culminating Professional Reflections
10% - Team Development Activities
10% - Our Team Group Assignment
10% - Identifying and Exploring Stereotypes in Healthcare
30% - Interview with a Healthcare Professional
10% - Collaborative Team Analysis of a Privileged Presence Story
5% - "What About Ben?" Discussion Board
5% - Module 1-5 Quiz
*Evaluation Subject to Change*
Instructor
Dr. Rosemary Brander (branderr@queensu.ca)
Textbooks and Materials
- IDIS 280 course notes via modules posted online.
- Textbook: Privileged Presence, 2nd Edition, Personal Stories of Connections in Health Care (Liz Crocker & Bev Johnson, Bull Publishing, 2014)
- Relevant primary literature and review articles pertaining to specific modules will be provided by the instructors.
Time Commitment
Students can expect to spend approximately 8 hours a week in study/practice and online activity for IDIS 280.
Course Resources
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Computer Requirements
To take an online course, you’ll need a high speed internet connection as well as a microphone and speakers to be able to watch videos, hear sounds, and participate in interactive online activities. A webcam is recommended but not necessary.
System Requirements:
Computer Specifications
- Windows 8.1 or newer
- OSX 10.13 (High Sierra) or newer
- Dual Core 2 GHz processor
- 4 GB RAM
- Soundcard
- USB Headset
- Webcam
Supported Browsers
- Chrome (preferred - latest version)
- Firefox (latest version)
- Safari is not recommended as it causes several known issues in onQ
- Edge is not recommended as it causes several known issues in onQ
Internet Connection
- Wired high speed access: Cable or better
- Wifi is not recommended
Java
- Latest version
Media Player
- Flash (latest version)
Adobe Reader
- Latest Version
Dates/Deadlines
The deadlines for new applications to Queen’s Arts and Science Online courses are in our Upcoming Application Dates section.
Grading Scheme
The information below is intended for undergraduate students in the Faculty of Arts and Science. Academic Regulations in other Faculties may differ.
| Letter Grade | Grade Point |
| A+ | 4.30 |
| A | 4.00 |
| A- | 3.70 |
| B+ | 3.30 |
| B | 3.00 |
| B- | 2.70 |
| C+ | 2.30 |
| C | 2.00 |
| C- | 1.70 |
| D+ | 1.30 |
| D | 1.00 |
| D- | 0.70 |
| F | 0.00 |
GPA Calculators
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How does this affect my academics?
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Follow the link above for an explanation of how the GPA system affects such things as the Dean’s Honour List, requirements to graduate, and academic progression.
Frequently Asked Questions on the Grading Scheme
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Tuition Fees
Tuition fees vary depending when you start, your year, faculty, and program. Fees for Summer Term 2018 first-year Distance Career Arts & Science Domestic students are as follows: for a 3.0-unit course, $685.90; for a 6.0-unit course, $1371.80 See also Tuition and Fees.
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Non-Queen’s Students
All Queen’s Arts and Science Online courses are open to students at other universities. Before applying as a visiting student, request a Letter of Permission from your home university that states that you have permission to take the course and apply it to your degree. See also Apply.
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