# A Case for Specific Education of Advanced Practice Providers in Allergy & Immunology: Results of a Gap Analysis and Targeted Needs Assessment

## TL;DR

This paper highlights the lack of formal education for advanced practice providers in Allergy & Immunology and suggests the need for a specific curriculum.

## Contribution

The study presents a gap analysis and needs assessment for Allergy & Immunology education among advanced practice providers.

## Key findings

- Training in Allergy & Immunology for APPs in NP/PA schools is limited.
- APPs feel only somewhat comfortable providing A&I care after training.
- There is significant variation in the education and clinical training APPs receive.

## Abstract

Advanced practice providers (APPs) are increasingly utilized throughout the health care system. At present there is no nationally sanctioned curriculum for APPs providing Allergy & Immunology (A&I) care.

A nationwide gap analysis and targeted needs assessment was conducted to examine the current level of education/training of APPs in A&I.

At present, training in A&I in NP/PA school is quite limited. The formal education and clinical training APPs receive at practice sites varies significantly with most APPs feeling only somewhat comfortable providing A&I care upon completion of their training period.

Results of a nationwide gap analysis and targeted needs assessment identify the need for providing education specific for A&I to APPs practicing in this field.