Evaluating Community Service Learning Effects on OTs’ Perceived Competence After Taking a Cancer Survivorship Elective Available to Purchase

Date Presented 04/20/2023

Researchers conducted a mixed-method study evaluating the impact of a Community Engagement Model (CEM) on graduates’ entry-level competence. Participants consisted of OTD alumni who took a cancer survivorship elective with a community service-learning component. Participants reported perceived competence and indicated that engagement in service learning improved entry-level knowledge and skills, enhanced cancer culture awareness, and heightened their interest in cancer care.

Primary Author and Speaker: Katie M. Polo

Additional Authors and Speakers: Taryn J. Springgate, Megan Yingling, Sierra Kern, Ashton S. Williams, Shelby D. Cash, Katherine Kelley