Speech-language pathology students' perceptions of a standardised patient clinic
AE Hill, BJ Davidson, DG Theodoros - Journal of Allied Health, 2013 - ingentaconnect.com
AE Hill, BJ Davidson, DG Theodoros
Journal of Allied Health, 2013•ingentaconnect.comThis study aimed to investigate speech-language pathology students' perceptions of a
foundation clinical skills simulation program incorporating standardised patients (SPs) by
determining if experiences with SPs decreased students' anxiety about interaction with real
clients and increased confidence in clinical skills. In addition, it aimed to identify students'
overall perceptions of the SP experience. METHODS: The study used a pre-post design.
Students who were enrolled in undergraduate and graduate speech-language pathology …
foundation clinical skills simulation program incorporating standardised patients (SPs) by
determining if experiences with SPs decreased students' anxiety about interaction with real
clients and increased confidence in clinical skills. In addition, it aimed to identify students'
overall perceptions of the SP experience. METHODS: The study used a pre-post design.
Students who were enrolled in undergraduate and graduate speech-language pathology …
This study aimed to investigate speech-language pathology students' perceptions of a foundation clinical skills simulation program incorporating standardised patients (SPs) by determining if experiences with SPs decreased students' anxiety about interaction with real clients and increased confidence in clinical skills. In addition, it aimed to identify students' overall perceptions of the SP experience.
METHODS
The study used a pre-post design. Students who were enrolled in undergraduate and graduate speech-language pathology programs ( n =175) completed a survey prior to and following the SP clinic. The survey asked questions related to levels of anxiety and confidence for clinical skills. The post-clinic survey also included questions about the use of SPs and program administration.
RESULTS
All participants reported decreased anxiety levels following clinic, with those of the undergraduate students at a significant level. Participants also reported significantly increased confidence in a range of clinical skills and evaluated the program positively.
CONCLUSIONS
The results of this study suggest that inclusion of SPs into a foundation clinical skills program is perceived by students to be valuable. Further investigation is required to determine the relationship between students' perceived increase in confidence and their clinical competencies. These results will inform future simulation program development.
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