Current status and issues of Company B's clinical training support system in clinical training at University A

-Questionnaire survey for supervisors-

Abstract

Purpose: The purpose of this study is to elucidate the current status and challenges pertaining to clinical internships in the field of physical therapy education utilizing a cloud-based system, as gleaned from a survey of supervisors. Method: A survey was conducted using an internet questionnaire system targeting clinical training instructors who used Company B’s clinical training support system in clinical training at University A. Conclusion: The survey Regarding clinical training using a cloud-based system, the current situation and issues emerged regarding communication during training guidance, reducing the burden on training instructors, and establishing a communication system with training schools. In tandem with the digitalization efforts, there is a need to devise a system that allows for authentic hands-on experiences with patients and supervisors–an aspect that can only be experienced in clinical settings.