Evaluation of Geriatric Education and Interprofessional Collaboration in Healthcare Practice: Identifying Opportunities to Improve Care for Older Adults

Background Interprofessional collaboration and knowledge of how to care for older adults are important components of high-quality care for a multitude of healthcare disciplines. The aging population presents unique challenges to healthcare professionals, and education on how to care for older adults can equip them with the knowledge and skills needed to provide optimal care. Florida Atlantic University’s (FAU) Office of Interprofessional Education and Practice (IPE&P) designed a Foundational Level Program which includes the Canvas modules for IPEP 2022-2023 and the Senior Adult Geriatric Educator (SAGE) visits. This program is an example of an academic initiative that aims to improve interprofessional collaboration among healthcare professionals regarding education and assessment of the aging population.
Aim This program evaluation aimed to examine the current SAGE Mentor program that is presented through Florida Atlantic University’s Office of Interprofessional Education and Practice and to evaluate whether students who participated experienced enhanced competency upon completion of this Foundational Level Program.