The prevalence of simulation technology in athletic training clinical education
- UNCG Author/Contributor (non-UNCG co-authors, if there are any, appear on document)
- Steven M. Kong (Creator)
- Institution
- The University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG )
- Web Site: http://library.uncg.edu/
- Advisor
- Pam Brown
Abstract: Athletic training clinical education is the most integral component in the transition into practice. However, barriers within clinical education exist, which may affect athletic training students' professional preparedness. Simulation technology, within other healthcare professionals' education, has shown promising benefits. However, research regarding simulation technology in athletic training is limited, with current practices relatively unknown. This study assessed the prevalence of simulation technology and explored factors that influence its use in athletic training clinical education. Athletic training program directors or clinical coordinators (n=54) completed an online survey via Qualtrics. The survey examined current simulation technology practices in clinical education. Additionally, participants rated the influence of barriers, challenges, and facilitators on its use. Survey responses indicated that 31 of 54 programs were using some form of simulation technology, with an additional 11 programs stating they were considering using it in the future. Within these programs, high-fidelity simulation (n=22) was the predominant type used. In addition, most of these programs noted improvements in professional competencies (e.g., decision-making, skill development) and clinical experiences (i.e., engaged time, incident variety), 84% and 77%, respectively. Of the 54 programs, 36 rated "high financial cost" as a very influential barrier. "Limited staffing and availability" were also found to be big challenges. On the other hand, 26 of 54 programs rated "additional healthcare programs" very influential, the most among facilitators. The results indicate that simulation technology is currently used within athletic training clinical education, but barriers still influence its use. Future research should continue examining simulation technology's benefits and exploring specific implementation strategies to improve use.
The prevalence of simulation technology in athletic training clinical education
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Additional Information
- Publication
- Dissertation
- Language: English
- Date: 2022
- Keywords
- Athletic Training, Clinical Education, Simulation Technology
- Subjects
- Physical education and training $x Simulation methods
- Physical education and training $x Study and teaching (Higher)
- Athletic trainers $x Training of