Using a Delphi study approach to develop competencies for Allied Health Professionals working in Acute Medicine
Edwards, T.
Acute Medicine 16(4): 177-184
2017
ISSN/ISBN: 1747-4892 PMID: 29300796 Document Number: 17597
A Delphi study approach was used to develop a national standard of competencies for Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists working in acute medicine. Nineteen expert therapists participated in the Delphi study, which consisted of four rounds. A total of two hundred and seventy one competencies were developed and agreed for inclusion in a single document. This paper describes the methodology and challenges presented in developing such a diverse range of competencies.
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