IHQI University
IHQI University is an interactive learning program featuring bi-monthly virtual workshops focused on key Quality Improvement (QI) concepts. Each session is led by a subject matter expert and offers practical strategies participants can apply to their improvement work across UNC Health.
IHQI University OverviewIHQI University is part of IHQI’s educational programming. It helps learners build knowledge, strengthen skills, and explore foundational and emerging quality improvement topics. Sessions are practical and focused on helping participants apply what they learn to real-world improvement work within their teams and departments. Format: Virtual workshops Frequency: Bi-monthly Approach: Interactive, applied learning Facilitators: Content experts |
Who Should Attend?IHQI University is intended for learners across roles who want to expand their understanding of quality improvement and apply QI concepts in their work. • Staff who are new to quality improvement • Team members participating in improvement projects • Leaders strengthening improvement capability • Individuals refreshing or expanding QI knowledge |
Curriculum Topics & Recordings
IHQI University covers a range of quality improvement concepts and related areas. Topics may vary based on organizational priorities, learner needs, and available subject matter expertise. Recordings are linked below as they become available.
| Month | Topic / Recording | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| February | SQUIRE Guidelines and Publishing |
Provide practical guidance for developing and publishing quality improvement manuscripts |
| April | Strength of Interventions |
Apply a strengths-based approach to improve the design and effectiveness of quality improvement interventions |
| June | Executive Sponsorship |
Provide healthcare leaders with practical strategies for improving collaboration, managing stakeholders, and advancing hospital performance across teams. |
| August | Community Health | |
| October | Institutional Review Board (IRB) | |
| December | Patient and Family Engagement |
Continuing Medical Education Credit
CME credit may be available for select IHQI University sessions. Credit details, when applicable, will be included with individual session announcements and registration materials.
IHQI University Leadership Team
For questions about IHQI University, please contact the program leadership team.
Matt HuemmerQual/Org Exc Leader Sr |
Joy MartinQual/Org Exc Analyst |
Tracie GreenProject Coordinator |
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