Community ambulance response trolleys: Preparing students for the paramedic workplace

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Clarkson, Georgia and Gangell, Heath. (2017). Community ambulance response trolleys: Preparing students for the paramedic workplace. Australasian Journal of Paramedicine. 14(1), pp. 1 - 7. https://doi.org/10.33151/ajp.14.1.529
AuthorsClarkson, Georgia and Gangell, Heath
Abstract

Introduction The curriculum of undergraduate paramedicine programs invariably includes clinical placement experiences. Engagement in learning in the workplace is however constrained by lack of familiarity with workplace cultural expectations. Strategies assisting students to understand workplace expectations have the potential to enhance engagement on placements and with workplace transition. This study examines whether one classroom practice initiative heightens students’ understanding of specific paramedic workplace expectations. Methods CART (a system developed to mimic equipment management strategies of the paramedic workplace) was introduced on one campus of an Australian university. Another university campus was selected as a comparison site and did not operate CART. CART campus students were assigned to a team and made responsible for maintaining and restocking all equipment utilised in practical classes, simulating strategies used within the paramedic workplace where a paramedic team shares responsibility for stocking and upkeep of equipment. Both cohorts completed a questionnaire exploring their experiences in the classroom and preparation for clinical placements. Results The CART system had a positive influence on the ability of students to collaborate within the classroom and become familiar with industry expectations around equipment management. This increased confidence with transition to learning within the workplace environment. Conclusion The CART strategy was effective in mimicking workplace practices and expectation and evidence indicated that CART can assist students with their ability to transition into a vocational environment.

KeywordsEducation; allied health personnel; workplace; simulation training; culture
Year2017
JournalAustralasian Journal of Paramedicine
Journal citation14 (1), pp. 1 - 7
PublisherParamedics Australasia
ISSN2202-7270
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)https://doi.org/10.33151/ajp.14.1.529
Scopus EID2-s2.0-85012028821
Open accessOpen access
Page range1 - 7
Research GroupCentre for Education and Innovation
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Place of publicationAustralia
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