Topic 1: The Needs of 21st Century Health Professions Educator

Introduction

This is the first topic in Module 1 where you will be exposed to the demands, needs, and expectations of 21st-century Health Professions education and the professionals.

Subtopic:

a) The generic competencies of 21st century health professionals

b) The gap analysis of current health care education system in meeting the current demands of health care

The first lesson will be delivered as a seminar. Additional reading materials are provided for your reference. 

You are also required to review the video recording on gap analysis and attempt to the task given. 

Learning Outcomes

At the end of this topic, the learner will be able to: 

• Identify the needs  of 21st Century health Professions Educator
• Describe the generic Competencies expected of a 21st-century health care worker
• Perform a SWOT analysis of the current health care education system in meeting the demands
• Highlight the importance of  a demand-side curriculum  

Learning Materials and Activities