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HPN International Innovations – Webinar Series
June 7 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm EDT
The HPN International Series will provide an opportunity to explore the challenges and opportunities that come with a globalized world, and how they relate to allied health professions. Series events will feature presentations by leading experts in allied health and will cover topics including the globalization of education and training standards, the implications of cross-border practice, and the role of accreditation in ensuring quality care across borders.
It is essential to reimagine education and accreditation in allied health professions in a globalized world. This means not only adapting to new technologies and practices, but also working to ensure that we're meeting the diverse needs of students and professionals around the world.
Session #1 – Healthcare Workforce Challenges – Is International Accreditation the Solution?
June 7 (1pm – 2:30pm ET)
Session attendees will:
- Learn details about the global shortage of healthcare professionals and the need for international recruitment.
- Explore what the globalization of health care IS and what it means for allied health practitioners.
- Discover why many international programs decide to pursue accreditation.
- Learn the processes used by accreditors to ensure that international programs produce graduates who demonstrate entry-level competency for the specific profession.
Session #2 - International Recruitment, Retention, and Onboarding – What Works!
Session attendees will:
- Learn strategies for attracting and selecting qualified international candidates.
- Discover best practices for comprehensive onboarding processes for international employees.
- Learn to promote effective communication and collaboration in a multicultural workplace.
Session #3 – The Nuts and Bolts of International Healthcare Employment – What You Need to Know!
Session attendees will:
- Learn details about regulatory and licensing requirements for international healthcare professionals.
- Discuss issues such as work contracts, labor laws, and ethical obligations.
- Explore the challenges faced by international healthcare professionals in adapting to a new culture.
The second session in the HPN International series will be held on September 6, 2023, at 1pm ET and will focus on effective strategies for attracting and selecting qualified international candidates and effective ways to promote communication and collaboration within your multicultural workforce.