Purpose: Within the profession of speech-language pathology, there is limited information
related to both conceptual and empirical perspectives of reflective practice. This review …

Background Healthcare is more effective when people are treated in their own language
with respect for their culture. However, information about the availability and nature of health …

Background Undergraduate paramedic students undertake clinical placements in a variety
of locations. These placements are considered an essential element for paramedic pre …

As universities adopt an increasingly international focus, student health professionals are
keen to gain clinical experiences in other countries. Such clinical placements provide …

Introduction: Occupational therapy students obtain a great deal of their professional
preparation and experience through fieldwork placements. Although many occupational …

By the time they reach their second year of graduate school, students of speech-language
pathology are well into the process of developing a professional identity and have been …

International work-integrated learning (WIL) is increasingly common in health-related
programs in Australian universities. Paramedicine programs are beginning to explore …

Locally and internationally, there have been renewed calls for equitable access to
healthcare services. Simultaneously, caseloads have become more challenging and …

Background: Numbers of international students enrolling on occupational therapy (OT)
courses in Western institutions have increased. Previous examination of these students' …

Promoting cultural competence in serving diverse clients has become critically important
across disciplines. Yet, progress has been limited in raising awareness and sensitivity …