Hrzic, Rok; Cade, Maria Vitoria; Wong, Brian Li Han; McCreesh, Nicky; Simon, Judit; Czabanowska, Katarzyna; (2023) A competency framework on simulation modelling-supported decision-making for Master of Public Health graduates. Journal of public health, 46 (1). pp. 127-135. ISSN 1741-3842 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1093/pubmed/fdad248
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Abstract
BACKGROUND: Simulation models are increasingly important for supporting decision-making in public health. However, due to lack of training, many public health professionals remain unfamiliar with constructing simulation models and using their outputs for decision-making. This study contributes to filling this gap by developing a competency framework on simulation model-supported decision-making targeting Master of Public Health education. METHODS: The study combined a literature review, a two-stage online Delphi survey and an online consensus workshop. A draft competency framework was developed based on 28 peer-reviewed publications. A two-stage online Delphi survey involving 15 experts was conducted to refine the framework. Finally, an online consensus workshop, including six experts, evaluated the competency framework and discussed its implementation. RESULTS: The competency framework identified 20 competencies related to stakeholder engagement, problem definition, evidence identification, participatory system mapping, model creation and calibration and the interpretation and dissemination of model results. The expert evaluation recommended differentiating professional profiles and levels of expertise and synergizing with existing course contents to support its implementation. CONCLUSIONS: The competency framework developed in this study is instrumental to including simulation model-supported decision-making in public health training. Future research is required to differentiate expertise levels and develop implementation strategies.
Item Type | Article |
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Faculty and Department | Faculty of Epidemiology and Population Health > Dept of Infectious Disease Epidemiology & Dynamics (2023-) |
Research Centre | TB Modelling Group |
PubMed ID | 38061776 |
Elements ID | 212692 |
Official URL | http://dx.doi.org/10.1093/pubmed/fdad248 |
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