Interprofessional Educator Certificate Program

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"Really liked the small group size which facilitated some great discussions!"

"The associated texts were a tremendous resource, specifically the Interprofessional Education Toolkit. The module content was helpful as well. Having defined deadlines and accountability through the group meetings kept us moving forward."

"It was very helpful and very useful to read about the history of IPE. The research articles were great choices as well. The most useful thing was the mentorship training we completed, and having the ToolKit book and resources to help us develop our IPE curriculum projects." 

"Creating a framework for creating an IPE activity(s) was the most useful thing."

Contact the Course Coordinator with any questions: Margaret-Robinson@ou.edu 

This program offers flexible virtual learning modules combined with interactive group discussions and activities. Participants will explore key topics, including the nationally recognized Interprofessional Education Collaborative (IPEC) Core Competencies.

The certificate is open to faculty, staff, postdocs, and graduate students from any OU campus who are interested in leading and collaborating on interprofessional teams. It is offered through OU Interdisciplinary Programs in the OU Health Campus Office of the Vice Provost for Academic Affairs and Faculty Development.

The program focuses on the four IPEC competencies that drive effective collaboration in health and social care:

1. Teamwork & Team-Based Practice
2. Interprofessional Communication
3. Values & Ethics for Collaborative Practice
4. Roles & Responsibilities Across Profession

Participants will explore the theories, practices, and scholarship related to interprofessional education while working on creating - then implementing - an interprofessional project under their leadership.

By earning this certification, you’re advancing OU’s strategic mission to empower learners and foster a united, collaborative campus culture.

By aligning with IPEC competencies, this program supports the University of Oklahoma’s mission to advance a community of practice and foster collaboration across disciplines.

By completing this certificate, you will be able to:

• Lead and facilitate interprofessional teams in education, practice, and scholarly activities.
• Design interprofessional learning experiences that meet national best practices and align with accreditation standards or licensure requirements.

Year 1: Foundation Certificate

Structure

• 14 didactic, asynchronous content modules in Canvas
• Monthly, 1-hour subject-matter synchronous meetings on Zoom
• Optional "Lab" time with Course Directors to guide assignment completion 

Year 1 Take-Aways:

1. Team facilitation skills including group dynamics, feedback, and practice in IPE environments
2. Evidence-based project proposal for an interprofessional education activity including competency alignment and evaluation components
3. IRB Protocol submission to implement project proposal in following year

Year 2: Master Certificate

Structure

• 6 didactic, asynchronous content modules in Canvas
• Monthly, 1-hour subject-matter synchronous meetings on Zoom
• Optional "Lab" time with Course Directors to guide assignment completion 
• Self-directed/Faculty-guided project implementation and scholarship 

Year 2 Take-Aways:

1. Implement project created in the Foundational Year
2. IRB submission/approval (if not completed during Year 1)
3. Scholarship: IPE conference proposal regarding Year 1 project
4. Scholarship: IPE poster regarding Year 1 project 
5. Scholarship: Draft manuscript regarding Year 1 project
6. IPE Portfolio (or Career Plan) and Philosophy Statement

This faculty development program does not award academic credit. Participants who complete the full program will receive a Certificate of Completion issued by the OU Health Campus Office of the Vice Provost for Academic Affairs & Faculty Development.

Graduates will be recognized as Certified Interprofessional Educators within OU IPE programming. Additionally, participants will receive an invitation to join the OU Health Campus Educators for Excellence Community of Practice.