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Myth 01: My registration will be taken away as a result of participating in a peer and practice assessment.
No, this is not the case. The peer and practice assessment provides an opportunity for the registrant to engage in a reflective process about their knowledge, skills and judgment and identify opportunities for learning and practice improvements. Using a coaching model, the peer assessor provides immediate feedback on areas for improvement.
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Myth 02: There is one right answer.
There is no “right answer”. The peer assessor asks the registrant case-based and situation-based questions and questions about the registrant’s clinical records. The peer assessor is seeking information about how the registrant uses conscious decision-making and their knowledge skills and judgment to make informed decisions. The peer assessor is also assessing how the registrant applies the Essential Competencies and the Standards of Practice.
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Myth 03: The peer assessor knows everything about the registrant.
The peer assessor only knows what the registrant has shared on the pre-questionnaire. The pre-questionnaire is completed by the registrant prior to their peer and practice assessment and provides information about the registrant’s current role and scope of practice.
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Myth 04: The peer assessor is the decision-maker.
The Quality Assurance Committee (QAC) makes the decisions. The peer assessor writes a report based on their assessment. This report is provided to the QAC for their review and decision-making. The registrant has the opportunity to provide additional information or comments about the report before it is reviewed by the QAC. Learn how the QAC makes decisions.
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Myth 05: The peer assessor is the expert and the registrant is not.
There is no “expert” in the peer assessment process as it is a supportive, non-punitive interaction between the registrant and the peer assessor. The peer assessor assesses the registrant’s knowledge, skills and judgment and provides coaching and resources as appropriate.
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