- Introducing learners to the fundamental concepts and importance of quality improvement and patient safety worldwide as per Open School Curriculum.
- Introducing learners to the IHI’s Innovation Series white papers to further the HMC mission of improving the quality and value of health and health care.
- Meeting structural or accreditation standards.
- Creating a shared understanding of improvement and a common IHI methodology language within an organization.
- Helping prepare staff members to be leaders in their careers.
- Develop the skills, knowledge, and confidence to participate as members of improvement teams.
The following is the core topics of the curriculum:
Improvement Capability
- Introduction to Health Care Improvement
- How to Improve with the Model for Improvement
- Testing and Measuring Changes with PDSA Cycles
- Interpreting Data: Run Charts, Control Charts, and other Measurement Tools
- Leading Quality Improvement
Patient Safety
- Introduction to Patient Safety
- From Error to Harm
- Human Factors and Safety
- Teamwork and Communication in a Culture of Safety
- Responding to Adverse Events
Leadership
Introduction to Health Care Leadership
Person- and Family-Centered Care
Introduction to Person- and Family-Centered Care
Triple Aim for Populations
Introduction to the Triple Aim for Populations
IHI’s Innovation Series white papers
IHI Psychology of Change Framework
