Join us for the next IPEC Institute!

On June 4-6, 2025, collaborate, learn, and network with your interprofessional colleagues online.

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Location
Zoom and IPEC Connect

Agenda

(subject to change as of 4/23/25)

11:00 - 11:10 AM ET

DAILY HUDDLE • Assessment Results and Schedule Overview

11:10 - 11:45 AM ET

THEORY BURST #4 • Designing Interprofessional Competency-Based Learning Experiences

Join us for practical strategies on designing engaging and effective competency-based learning experiences for IPECP. Learn how to create learning activities that align with program goals and support learners' competency progression.

Learning Objectives:
• Identify learning experiences that align with IPECP goals:
Recognize learning experiences that support interprofessional education and collaborative practice objectives.
• Describe activities for collecting data aligned with IPECP outcomes:
Explain how to design interprofessional activities that measure program outcomes, including changes in culture, environment, and health outcomes.
• Design learning experiences to support interprofessional competency progression:
Create learning activities that facilitate the development of key competencies in IPECP.

11:45 AM - 12:30 PM ET

TEAM MEETING/STRATEGY SESSION #4 • Designing

Join your teammates in a virtual meeting to refine your curricular project plan by aligning learning experiences with competency expectations. IPEC leaders will be available for coaching and to help enhance your approach.

Learning Objectives:
• Label effective learning experiences for IPECP learners:
Identify active learning experiences that apply effective teaching principles to IPE and collaborative practice.
• Determine strategies to improve IPECP at your institution:
Identify strategies and outcomes data from your institution that could enhance IPECP objectives and program effectiveness.

12:30 - 12:35 PM ET

INNOVATION BOOST • 5-Minute Break

12:35 - 1:45 PM ET

CLOSING PANEL • Sustaining Competency-Based IPE Initiatives for Long-Term Success

Stephanie Kiser, RPh, Executive Director, Rural Pharmacy Health Initiative and Professor of Practice, Eshelman School of Pharmacy, University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill
Meg Zomorodi, PhD, RN, ANEF, FAAN, Associate Provost Interprofessional Health Initiatives, Office of Interprofessional Education and Practice, Office of Health Professions Advising and Director, Rural Interprofessional Health Initiatives, University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill

This panel will focus on the challenges and solutions for sustaining competency-based IPE initiatives, with insights from real-world case studies. Experts will share strategies for developing partnerships, overcoming obstacles, and ensuring the continued success of IPE programs.

Learning Objectives:
• Label effective strategies for establishing and managing IPE partnerships between institutions:
Identify strategies that support the successful development and management of interprofessional education partnerships.
• Explain challenges and successes in integrating IPE into health professions curricula:
Describe common obstacles and successful strategies when integrating IPE into health professions programs.
• Recognize key mechanisms universities can use to ensure long-term sustainability and success of IPE initiatives:
Identify strategies and structures universities can implement to sustain and strengthen IPE initiatives over time.

1:45 - 2:30 PM ET

TEAM MEETING/STRATEGY SESSION #5 • Communicating

Join your teammates in a virtual meeting to refine your curricular project plan, ensuring alignment with CBE principles. IPEC leaders will provide guidance and coaching to help enhance your project communication and strategy.

Learning Objectives:
• Communicate the value of your IPECP project with CBE alignment:
Describe how your IPECP project aligns with competency-based education and its impact on learners and outcomes.
• Identify partner relationships that support CBE outcomes:
Recognize key relationships and collaboration strategies that contribute to achieving competency-based education outcomes in your IPECP project.

2:30 - 2:40 PM ET

INNOVATION BOOST • 10-Minute Break

2:40 - 2:50 PM ET

INSTITUTE INSIGHTS • Setting the Stage for Our Cohort Activity

Mark Speicher, PhD, MHA / Lisa Howley, PhD, MEd

Before the cohort activity, we will introduce the breakout session, outlining the format and objectives for small group discussions where you will share your IPECP Elevator Pitches before presenting them to the larger group.

2:50 - 3:35 PM ET

COHORT ACTIVITY • Communicating IPECP Elevator Pitches for Feedback and Refinement

Mark Speicher, PhD, MHA / Lisa Howley, PhD, MEd

Join your cohort colleagues in presenting and refining your elevator pitches, focusing on your CBE-based IPECP projects. Practice delivering a concise, impactful pitch and receive valuable feedback to enhance your presentation.

Learning Objectives:
• Articulate IPECP needs and outcomes in an elevator pitch:
Create a brief, clear pitch that explains the goals and intended outcomes of your IPECP project.
• Apply effective feedback techniques:
Practice giving and receiving constructive feedback to improve your IPE elevator pitch and overall project communication.

3:35 - 3:45 PM ET

FINAL DEBRIEF • Charting Your Path Forward in IPE and CBE

Shelley McKearney, BS

As we wrap up Phase I, this session will inspire and empower you to take the next steps in your IPE journey. We will review key lessons, explore essential tools and resources, and provide guidance for achieving success in Phase II as you continue to enhance your interprofessional education initiatives.

Learning Objectives:

• Identify available resources for IPECP and CBE implementation:
List the tools and resources that can support the development of your IPECP projects and competency-based education initiatives.
• Describe the process for Phase II certification:
Explain the steps and goals required to achieve Phase II certification for your IPECP project.