How is the diet technicians learning experience evaluated?
The learning program was developed as an alternative to attendance at conferences. After each learning module is completed, a practical component must follow (within the specific work setting) to enable transference of new knowledge into practice. Both the preceptor and learner have a shared responsibility for ensuring appropriate competencies have been attained. Evaluation is an ongoing process and is based upon defined competencies. Informal evaluation should occur continuously, in the form of questions and feedback. Written tools are available from various agencies to help measure or rate the integration of new knowledge into practice. Routine performance evaluations are also useful for identifying strengths and areas requiring further development. Therefore, the preceptor must select the appropriate combination of resources to evaluate the diet technician’s performance. Some clients have chosen to develop their own evaluation rating sheets and ward a certificate for completion of t
