Implementation of an online interprofessional dementia-focused experiential learning activity for occupational and physical therapy students: A curricular resource

Abstract

The demand for hybrid graduate healthcare education increases the need for effective, virtual interprofessional (IP) experiences. This curricular resource describes a one-time, 2-h, IP experiential learning activity (ELA) utilizing Dementia Live® for first year Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) and Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) students. Students completed the Dementia Knowledge Assessment Tool, Version 2 (DKAT2) and the Attitudes Toward Health Care Teams Scale (ATHCTS) pre- and post-ELA. Learning objectives were met, as the DKAT2, ATHCTS Total, ATHCTS Team Value and ATHCTS Team Efficiency subscale scores all indicated a significant improvement following the ELA. Effective online learning activities may improve accessibility of IP opportunities in healthcare professions education.