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Teaching the 21st Century Learner

The Wicked Problem of Student Professionalism: Strategies for Improving Outcomes

On Demand
CMEs: 0.75
Disclosure(s):
Elizabeth Roessler, MMSc, PA-C: No financial relationships to disclose
Sean Kramer, MSHS, PA-C: No financial relationships to disclose
Description: Training highly qualified, professional PAs can present both students and faculty with many challenges along the way. This session will introduce participants to best practices in the teaching and remediation of professionalism and how incorporating these techniques may help address the "wicked problem" of professionalism.

Learning Objectives:

  • Upon completion of this session the participant will be familar with the ARC-PA and AAPA definitions of professionalism
  • Identify several of the most common elements of human nature that contribute to unprofessional behavior
  • Describe the "wicked problem" and challenges of remediating professionalism
  • Utilize cases to build a structured approach to an effective remediation