The needs assessment must identify the current state (shortcomings) of the target group's knowledge/competence/performance (focus on one area), how the educational needs were determined (identify resources and references used - i.e., QI data, chart audits, physician surveys, clinical guidelines, ABMS MOI, IOM competence guidelines, etc.) and desired outcomes (at what level you want your target audience to perform). Then identify the learning objectives that will help close the learning "gap."

Needs Assessment Activity Development Worksheet [PDF]

Include a separate sheet that addresses and responds to the following:

• Identify the current state (shortcomings) of the target group
• Identify the type of deficit the activity will address and focus on one area – either competence, performance or patient outcomes.
• Explain how the educational needs were determined Identify and list the resources and references used – i.e., QI data, chart audits, physician surveys, clinical guidelines, ABMS MOI, IOM competence guidelines, etc.
• Identify the desired outcomes and the level at which the target audience will perform after the activity
• Identify and list 3 or 4 learning objectives that will help close the "learning gap"
• List the above objectives on your application and in your marketing materials

Useful Links

• Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Statement of Work
• Healthcare Data and Information Sets (HEDIS)
• Joint Commission on the Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations
• Quality Insights of Pennsylvania

 
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