Metro Manila, Philippines
IGH International Transition to Practice Program
We pioneer innovative ways of training and developing nurses for a successful career and transition to the United States. Our transformative learning experiences, in and outside of the classroom, are designed to prepare the best in class nurses who desire to make a significant and global impact in American hospitals.
Our mission is to enhance the care delivered to patients by collaborating with institutions globally to facilitate the exchange of ideas and education through meaningful and impactful learning and development.
GRIT ACADEMY’S VISION AND MISSION
Our Vision
“Empowering Filipino Healthcare Excellence Globally”
At Grit Academy, we envision a world where Filipino healthcare professionals are renowned for their exceptional skills, compassion, and leadership in healthcare settings worldwide. We aim to be the premier training hub that not only hones the professional abilities of Filipino nurses and healthcare practitioners but also nurtures their personal and financial growth, enabling them to be exemplary figures of care and service wherever they choose to shine.
Our Mission
“Equipping Filipino healthcare professionals with world-class training.”
Our mission is to provide unparalleled training and development opportunities to Filipino nurses and healthcare professionals through state-of-the-art simulation facilities and innovative educational practices. We are committed to nurturing every individual’s potential, ensuring they achieve excellence in their field and impact healthcare outcomes in the Philippines and worldwide. By embodying high character, diligent work, and a nurturing community, we prepare our trainees not just to meet but exceed the evolving demands of national and global healthcare environments.
Our Shared Values
We are committed to:
Clinical Skills Enhancement
Through cutting-edge simulation technologies and comprehensive training programs, we ensure our learners excel in every facet of healthcare delivery.
Fostering High Character and Work Ethic
We instill values of integrity, diligence, and compassion, as these are as crucial as professional skills in healthcare.
Building Community
We create an environment where everyone matters, supporting one another professionally and personally, which enriches our broader community.
Serving Through Leadership
Our leaders are mentors, driven by a commitment to serve and uplift others, preparing them to lead with empathy and effectiveness in diverse healthcare settings.
Transparency and Guidance
We ensure that every learner knows where they stand, receiving the guidance and feedback necessary to grow and succeed.
Aligned with Insight Global’s purpose, Grit Academy strives to develop healthcare professionals who are not only skilled but also true leaders and caregivers who illuminate the lives of others around them.
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5 Steps For Successful Transition
International Transition to Practice Program’s overarching goal is to facilitate the successful transition and adaptation of Filipino and other internationally educated nurses (IENs) in the United States and its healthcare settings.
- U.S. Integration Understanding what living in the United States is like
- Workforce Integration Understanding what it’s like to work in U.S. Healthcare Settings
- Healthcare Technology Gaining competency in using common technology and equipment
- Clinical Workflow Gaining competency in performing patient care and routines
- Healthcare Transition Program Adapting to a new healthcare environment
Curriculum Delivery Model
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Virtual
Content can be delivered virtually. Leveraging technology and remote, adult learning behavior to close gaps in USA and Workforce Integration.
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In-Person
Content requires in-person checkoffs. Leveraging state of the art technology and training processes to reduce the clinical setting change.
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Hybrid
Global location of the nurses presents the opportunity to integrate hybrid learning where applicable. Meeting the learner where they physically are without losing education.
CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OFFERINGS
| CPD ACTIVITIES | PROGRAM DESCRIPTION |
| Advanced Adult Systematic Assessment | The Advanced Adult Systematic Assessment course is designed for healthcare professionals seeking to enhance their skills in performing comprehensive and systematic assessments of adult patients. This course provides an in-depth exploration of assessment techniques, tools, and best practices necessary for accurate diagnosis and effective patient care. Participants will gain advanced knowledge and practical skills to conduct thorough evaluations and address complex clinical situations. |
| Clinical Equipment Training | The clinical equipment training program is designed to equip healthcare professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively use and manage clinical equipment in various healthcare settings. This comprehensive program covers a range of equipment, from basic diagnostic tools to advanced medical devices, ensuring that participants are well-prepared to enhance patient care through proficient use of technology. |
| Debriefing with Good Judgment Workshop for SIM Facilitators | This program is designed to enhance participants’ skills in designing, facilitating, and debriefing simulation scenarios to improve learner outcomes and clinical performance, as well as improve the debriefing skills of facilitators by introducing good judgment principles, encouraging introspective practice, and guaranteeing the delivery of constructive criticism and giving them the opportunities to practice debriefing techniques, receive personalized feedback, and collaborate with peers to share best practices. |
| Infection Prevention and Management of Healthcare Associated Infections | Infection prevention and management are critical components of patient safety and quality care in healthcare settings. This comprehensive course is designed for healthcare professionals, including nurses, physicians, infection control practitioners, and allied health staff, who are responsible for preventing and managing healthcare-associated infections (HAIs). |
| Leadership, Management and Strategic Planning | The Leadership, Management, and Strategic Planning course is designed to empower nursing professionals with the essential leadership, management, and strategic planning skills fundamental in today’s dynamic healthcare environment. Participants will develop the necessary knowledge and skills necessary to lead teams effectively, manage healthcare operations, and formulate strategic plans that enhance patient care and organizational performance. |
| Neuromuscular Rehabilitation and Mobility Training | This comprehensive course will provide an opportunity for learners to understand the potential and limitations of exercise as a tool for clinical rehabilitation in patients and athletes with neurological disorders with mobility challenges. This course will provide thorough training on the safe and effective use of neuromuscular exercises and mobility aids, including Hoyer lifts, crutches, and walkers, as well as best practices for patient transfers. Participants will learn techniques in pain management, prevent injuries, promote independence, and ensure high quality of care. |
| Nursing Care for Stomas and Skin Injuries | This comprehensive course on nursing care for stomas and skin injuries is designed for healthcare professionals aiming to enhance their knowledge and skills in nursing care management of patients with stomas and skin injuries. This course provides a detailed exploration of evidenced-based practices and standardized care protocols to ensure optimal patient outcomes. |
| Simulation Overview for Students in Healthcare Professions | This course immerses healthcare professions students in the world of simulation for healthcare education, providing a hands-on foundation in its purpose, benefits, design, and various modalities. Students will learn how simulation enhances clinical decision-making, communication, and teamwork and prepares them for real-world scenarios with confidence. |
| Simulation Training for Clinical Instructors | This course introduces fundamental concepts in clinical simulation, providing the groundwork for subsequent lessons in the teaching with simulation module. The online format includes demonstrations, various instructional methods, audio resources, and practical examples. |
State-of-the-Art Simulation Labs
Grit Academy offers state-of-the-art simulation lab experience, so participants can tackle nursing in real time.
Let's begin your global nursing career
Contact us at CPD@gritacademy.ph or apply below.
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