Simulation and Interprofessional Education in Social Work Practice

Interprofessional Education (IPE) can be defined as “two or more professions learning with,from and about each other to improve collaboration and the quality of care” (Hutchings, Scammell, &Quinney, 2013, p. 359). A theoretical framework for IPE is explored along with various applications foradvanced generalist social work practice. Finally, an IPE healthcare simulation training with a group ofmaster’s level social work students and undergraduate nursing students from Wichita State University isdescribed, with potential implications for practice and education