2.1 The Model for Improvement
- 10 minutes
Module 2
PMHCA Mental HealthThe Model for Improvement and Frameworks
This module introduces the Model for Improvement, developed by Associates in Process Improvement, as a structured approach to testing and implementing change in pediatric mental health care access programs. It also highlights how other improvement frameworks can be used and adapted across different settings.
Key Focus Areas: The Model for Improvement and its three guiding questions, use of PDSA cycles for rapid testing, overview of common improvement frameworks (Lean, Six Sigma, Operational Excellence), and the role of context in applying improvement methods.
What You Will Be Able To Do: Describe the Model for Improvement, explain how PDSA cycles support testing and learning, compare key improvement frameworks, and identify how setting and context influence improvement work.
Getting Started: Begin with “The Model for Improvement” to learn how teams move from ideas to action using structured testing. Use the examples to see how PDSA cycles are applied in practice.
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6 Results
2.2 Comparing Frameworks
- 5 minutes
2.4 Key Takeaways and Why It Matters
- 5 minutes
2.5 Knowledge Check
- 5 minutes
2.6 References
- 10 minutes