Teresa Schicker
Degree & Credential:
MPA
Location:
Minnesota
Title:
Program Manager, Minnesota Northstar Geriatrics Workforce Enhancement Program
Organization:
University of Minnesota
Profession:
Education Administrator
Badges:
Teresa is the administrative leader for a Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Geriatrics Workforce Enhancement Program (GWEP) award focusing on improving the healthcare and health of older adults across Minnesota through education and community partnerships. Formerly I served at the National Center for Interprofessional Practice and Education as manager of the Nexus Innovations Network in Knowledge Generation. In a previous role I lead the Minnesota training center for the national implementation of TeamSTEPPS, a curriculum aimed at optimizing patient outcomes by improving communication and teamwork skills among health care professionals. I have past professional experience in technology staffing, hotel management and youth mentoring.
I earned a master’s degree in public affairs from the University of Minnesota Humphrey School, focusing on public administration and health. I co-authored a capstone project, “Diagnosing Healthcare in America: Impacts of Immigrants and Occupational Licensing”. Additionally, I obtained a graduate minor from the Center for Spirituality and Healing. My interests include religious practices and their influence on health practices, maternal and child health, migration, and reducing health disparities. I also have a certificate in Project Management from the University of Minnesota. I spend time away from the office with my children, spouse, and an overzealous vegetable garden.
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My Contributions
A listing of all contributions made to the National Center community.Contents
The task of developing large-scale interprofessional education (IPE) across multiple health professions schools to meet accreditation standards is daunting. This curricular resource describes Interprofessional Education and Development (IPED), a required longitudinal course addressing essential...
Abstract
We examine the confluence of three policy streams—immigration, occupational licensing, and healthcare—with a focus on physicians and direct care workers (nursing assistants, home health aides, and personal care aides). We attempt to determine the impact of occupational licensing...
Promoting Interprofessional Collaboration throughthe Prism of Chronic Pain Care
Cancer Pain Treatment and Management: an Interprofessional Learning Module forPrelicensure Health Professional Students
This learning module uses chronic pain care as the context through which students can learn...
Many universities in the United States are investing in classrooms and campuses designed to increase collaboration and teamwork among the health professions. To date, we know little about whether these learning spaces are having the intended impact on student performance. Recent advances in the...
Abstract
This article presents the Collaborative Design Model as a tool for developing collaboration and self-efficacy for preprofessional educators and service providers. As student populations continue to become more diverse, preprofessionals entering the classroom must be prepared to...