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Attrition in a clinical laboratory technician associate degree program.

W M Blume1, R G Krefetz

  • 1Medical Laboratory Technology Department, Community College of Philadelphia, PA 19130, USA.

Clinical Laboratory Science : Journal of the American Society for Medical Technology
|February 6, 1997
PubMed
Summary

High attrition rates in clinical laboratory technician programs are often due to academic struggles and lack of interest. Improving student retention requires enhanced orientation and early intervention strategies.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical Laboratory Science Education
  • Higher Education Program Evaluation
  • Student Retention Studies

Background:

  • Clinical laboratory technician programs are crucial for healthcare workforce development.
  • Attrition in associate degree programs can impact the supply of skilled laboratory professionals.
  • Understanding reasons for student attrition is vital for program improvement.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify the primary reasons for attrition in an associate degree clinical laboratory technician program.
  • To evaluate attrition rates for students entering between 1987 and 1992.
  • To propose strategies for enhancing student retention.

Main Methods:

  • A retrospective study design was employed.
  • Data were collected from clinical laboratory technician program records at the Community College of Philadelphia.

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  • Attrition reasons were categorized and analyzed.

    • Main Results:

    • The program experienced a 42% attrition rate, with 129 students entering and 75 graduating.
    • Key reasons for non-completion included academic difficulties (80%), dislike of the field, family issues, financial problems, and substance abuse.
    • Demographic data indicated that clinical laboratory technician students mirrored the college's overall enrollment in terms of age, gender, and ethnicity.

    Conclusions:

    • Academic performance and field interest are the most significant factors contributing to attrition.
    • Program modifications are being implemented, including enhanced orientation and mandatory hospital laboratory visits.
    • Early faculty intervention and peer counseling will be introduced to support students facing academic challenges.