Approach
Paragon Education recognizes that nurses are adult learners who:
- Are autonomous and self-directed. We actively involve adult participants in the learning process.
- Have a foundation of life experiences and knowledge. We recognize the value of experience in learning and help connect course content to your knowledge and experience base.
- Are goal-oriented. Our programs are well organized and have clearly defined goals which meet your educational needs.
- Are practical and relevancy-oriented. We concentrate upon supplying current course content that is applicable to clinical and professional responsibilities.
In my own nursing education, I have always noted the difference between those teachers who taught from their hearts and experience, and those who taught from lifeless theory. Most often, I was the bored one in the back row, saying, “I could do better than this.”
I have recognized that great nursing teachers know how to make complex and difficult subjects simple, understand what content is clinically relevant, and know how to apply new concepts into practice. Great teachers can “talk the talk” because they can “walk the walk.” I also found that the best courses were the ones where we shared our experiences and made us laugh, a lot.
So, to paraphrase Mahatma Gandhi, I decided to be the change I wished to see in the world. I founded Paragon Education to provide lifelong learning that is concise, practical, and fun. In our courses, you will find current, clinically-relevant information that is presented with individual flair. And you’ll laugh, a lot.
- Cheryl Randolph, RN, MSN, CEN, CPEN, CCRN, FNP-BC
To book Cheryl for your next educational event, click here.