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Innovative Mentorship Program for Academic Clinician Teachers

Become an IMPACT Educator – Elevate your career in Health Professions Education

The UTSW Innovative Mentorship Program for Academic Clinician Teachers (IMPACT) Program helps educators take their teaching skills to the next level while also supporting their personal professional development.

The innovative, competency-based curriculum provides meaningful learning opportunities through guided and personally tailored mentorship. With the support of faculty coaches and subject matter experts, participants develop and execute individualized learning plans aligned to their current and future professional goals as educators.

Mentor coaches guide faculty through Entrustable Professional Activities (EPAs) for teaching faculty that provide evidence of competence in core education-related domains. The curriculum includes interactive workshops in teaching practice, education theory, curriculum design, assessment, research, scholarship, and more!

Program Benefits

  • Professional Development

    Enhance your skills in clinical teaching and leadership.

    Gain advanced skills in medical education and curriculum development.

    Learn innovative teaching methods and educational strategies to enhance your teaching practice.

  • Networking and Mentorship Opportunities

    Join a vibrant community of educators dedicated to excellence and innovation in medical education.

    Connect with like-minded colleagues, receive guidance from experienced educators, and build a supportive professional network of peers and mentors.

  • Flexible Learning

    Complete the program at your own pace with support from master educator coaches.

  • Recognition

    Earn credits and recognition for your achievements in education to become an IMPACT educator.

    Earn the prestigious designation of IMPACT Educator, showcasing your commitment and expertise.

Eligibility and Applications

  • Eligibility

    Open to early career faculty.

  • Applications

    The following materials must be submitted for consideration.

    A completed online application with the following attachments:

    • An updated CV in the UTSW format
    • A personal statement
    • A letter of support from your division or department leadership
  • Notifications

    Notifications will be sent out no later than November 20, 2026 before the program begins.

Program Components

  • Workshops

    In-Person: Attendance is required

    Please mark your calendars for the following dates:

    • Friday, February 19, 2027 1:00pm - 4:00pm
    • Friday, September 17, 2027 1:00pm - 4:00pm
  • Lunch and Learns

    Virtual: Attendance is optional, but highly recommended

    Please mark your calendars from 12:00pm - 1:00pm for the following third Tuesdays:

    • Tuesday, March 16, 2027
    • Tuesday, May 18, 2027
    • Tuesday, June 15, 2027
    • Tuesday, July 20, 2027
    • Tuesday, September 21, 2027
    • Tuesday, October 19, 2027
    • Tuesday, November 16, 2026
    • Tuesday, January 18, 2028
  • Lunch Meetings

    In-Person: Attendance is required for at least one lunch

    Please mark your calendars for the following dates:

    • April 20, 2027 12:00pm - 1:00pm
    • August 17, 2027 12:00pm - 1:00pm
  • Graduation

    In-Person: Attendance is highly recommended

    Please mark your calendars for the following date:

    • November (TBD) 2027 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Educator Capstone

  • What is an Educator Capstone?

    An educator capstone is a scholarly, practice-based project that demonstrates growth as an educator and contributes to the UTSW learning community. Through the capstone, participants apply educational theory to practice, produce a tangible work product, and gain mentorship in education leadership.

  • What are examples of Capstones?

    Capstones may take many forms, including:

    • Development or redesign of a curriculum or simulation
    • Creation of an assessment, feedback, or reflection tool
    • Implementation of a faculty-development or learner-coaching initiative
    • Design of an educational research or scholarship project for presentation or publication.

 

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