Evaluating the Effectiveness of Team Building Strategies in Enhancing Collaborative Skills in Allied Health Science Education

Shripriya H.

Abstract: Interprofessional collaboration is critical in healthcare, yet many allied health programs lack structured training in teamwork. This study assessed how targeted team-building interventions affect the collaborative skills of undergraduate students in B.Sc Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT), B.Sc Medical Imaging Technology (MIT), and Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (DMLT) programs. A series of interactive workshops (including simulation exercises, communication challenges, and problem-solving games) was delivered, and student teamwork competencies were measured before and after the intervention. Results showed significant gains in self-reported collaboration abilities, particularly in communication, role clarity, and mutual support. The study underscores the value of embedding structured team-building exercises in allied health curricula to meet global recommendations for interprofessional education and patient-centered care.

Keywords: Team building strategies, Interprofessional education, Collaborative skills, Allied health sciences, Communication competency, Role clarity, Teamwork orientation, Conflict management, Experiential learning, Simulation-based training, Problem-solving activities, Healthcare teamwork, Student engagement, Multidisciplinary collaboration, Skill enhancement

How to Cite?: Shripriya H., "Evaluating the Effectiveness of Team Building Strategies in Enhancing Collaborative Skills in Allied Health Science Education", Volume 14 Issue 11, November 2025, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 1748-1750, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR251125204828, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR251125204828