Application of WHO rehabilitation competency framework in development of rehabilitation science education system and curriculum
10.3969/j.issn.1006-9771.2023.11.003
- VernacularTitle:世界卫生组织康复胜任力架构在康复科学教育体系和课程开发中的应用
- Author:
Xiaofei XIAO
1
;
Yushu LIU
1
;
Yaru YANG
2
;
Zhuoying QIU
3
Author Information
1. School of Rehabilitation Medicine, Binzhou Medical University, Yantai, Shandong 264003, China
2. College of Physical Education and Health, East China Normal University, Shanghai 200241, China
3. WHO-FICs CC in China, Beijing 100068, China
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
rehabilitation competency framework;
rehabilitation science;
education system;
curriculum development;
model of application
- From:
Chinese Journal of Rehabilitation Theory and Practice
2023;29(11):1261-1267
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
-
Abstract:
ObjectiveTo systematically analyze the application of World Health Organization rehabilitation competency framework (RCF) and its supporting guidelines in education system of rehabilitation science and curriculum development. MethodsBased on the conceptual framework of RCF and its supporting guidelines, the application of its areas and the modes were analyzed to construct the education system of rehabilitation science with reference to the framework of competency-based clinical medical education. ResultsThe education system of rehabilitation science was developed based on RCF. The competences for specific scenarios in rehabilitation were defined and investigated. A structured system of vocational qualification accreditation and occupational competency standards was constructed, as well as core education system and rehabilitation curricula in rehabilitation science, which helped to train competent rehabilitation workers. ConclusionThe construction of rehabilitation subspecialties, its education system and the development of a curriculum content system based on the RCF is an important way for the development of modern rehabilitation education. RCF theoretical framework and supporting tools provide a standardized and unified method and way for China's rehabilitation science higher education system and professional certification, career access and professional standards for rehabilitation personnel. The quality of rehabilitation science education and the professional development of rehabilitation personnel will also be improved in future.
