Abstract

Traditionally, the various professions concerned with health and social care have undertaken their training and subsequent studies without interprofessional collaboration. Increasingly these professions are considering an interdisciolinary approach as the most effective way to deliver quality client care. However how do they proceed with implementing such radical changes? this book, based on empirical research provides answers to many of the questions. The opinions of 1683 teachers and students from thirteen professions are presented overall and also in individual professional profiles. The curriculum for each of the partipating professions has been analysed and core subjects suitable for interdisciplinary learning identified, together with how and when integrarion should take place. This book should be valuable reading for all those involved or interested in the training of doctors, nurses, dentists, dental surgery assistants, dental hygienists, dental technologists, operating department practitioners, nutritionists and dietitians, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, podiatrists, radiographers, speech therapists and social workers.