INTERPROFESSIONAL LEARNING

This theme considers key aspects to promote effective interprofessional learning in practice. Interprofessional Learning is defined by CAIPE as “Occasions when two or more professions learn with, from and about each other to improve collaboration and the quality of care (2005) Interprofessional learning enables different health and social care workers and agencies to gain a greater appreciation of each others values, knowledge and abilities and facilitates the best use of their skills. Application of principles and practices of interprofessional learning and teaching is integral to the learning process. The practice educator requires an understanding of the principles of interprofessional learning and their application to the workplace.

The topics covered in this section are:

• Theories associated with Interprofessional Learning
• Principles of Interprofessional Learning
• Professional Standards where appropriate
• Roles and Responsibilities in Interprofessional Learning
• Guidelines to Interprofessional Learning
• Skills for Interprofessional Learning

The resources section of this website remains under constant development. The Making Practice Based Learning Work team want to ensure that all links are functioning and that relevant materials are included. Therefore, we would welcome your feedback on the resources section so that we can refine and develop the materials on offer. If you would like to provide feedback, then complete the online questionnaire to send us your comments on the resources section plus any suggested additions.

Acknowledgements: The materials that can be found in this section were developed by Joan Mulholland (Project Director), with assistance from Abbas Kataya (Placement Student). The skills sub-section was developed by Martin O’Hara (Management Training and Development Consultant).

Additional contributions and review of materials has been undertaken by Marion Helme, TRIPLE
Vicky Jarman, NHH NHS Trust, Paul Webster, General Social Care Council, Lisa Hughes, Department of Health, Helena Lowe, CAIPE, Helen Armitage, Sheffield Hallam University, Helen Bywater, Sheffield Hallam University, Helen Bulpitt, Higher Education Academy.

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