After each semester, I find it important to take time and think about all that I have learned, both in the classroom and through experience. The art of reflecting on a specific class or assignment allows one to examine the impact that a thought or approach may play on them throughout their future endeavors. HLTH 2501, Teamwork and Collaboration, has given me more opportunities and skills that will benefit my future than any other course I have taken. This tremendous impact can be credited to our service learning project because it was a chance to utilize what we have learned in a real-life situation. Most of my classes up until this point have been strictly lectures, without the chance to put what I have learned into action. I have learned that giving back can be one of the most rewarding activities to take part in – and that is something that cannot be taught using a textbook. As I look back on my involvement with Get FIT, I smile and know that that program will hold a …show more content…
The simple, yet intricate information that I acquired about conflict resolution and interprofessional collaborative practices will not only help me with my future career but also as I continue my higher education. In addition to the problem-solving approaches, I have acquired different values and competencies associated with healthcare providers. Although some situations may oppose my personal beliefs, patient health outcomes are the main priority and should be the primary focus when evaluating different alternatives. Lastly, I learned that it is up to me, and my generation, to implement change within healthcare. Healthcare is dynamic, and we must be able to take what we learn and make positive strides towards an overall better