This Module will assist you to,

1. Understand the role of a Coordinator interprofessional Education(IPE)

What is the Role of IPE Coordinators,

They instruct and develop capabilities by:

• Guiding students in identifying and locating resources for IPE and Practice (e.g., sources of information such as books, journals, IPE experiences within the university).

• Providing an example of best practice in the interprofessional practice

• Demonstrate and ignite the interest in IPE and Practice.

• Exposing students to the ‘big picture’ of the organization and of professional practice in the community of care where learning opportunities occur.

• Helping students engage in formative evaluation and refocus as required.

They inspire by:

• Leading by example.

• Introducing the student to colleagues who inspire them.

• Being aware of unique opportunities within the agency/organization that may provide inspiration to the student and facilitate the student’s availability to participate.

• Setting the bar of performance beyond the merely acceptable.