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Lessons learned in student recruiting.

J Michele Stuart1, JoAnn P Fenn

  • 1University of Utah, School of Medicine, Department of Pathology and ARUP Laboratories, Salt Lake City, UT 84132, USA. michele.stuart@path.utah.edu

Clinical Laboratory Science : Journal of the American Society for Medical Technology
|June 5, 2003
PubMed
Summary

Clinical laboratory science programs face applicant shortages due to low pay and poor public awareness. This study shares successful recruitment strategies from the University of Utah Medical Laboratory Science Program, showing increased student interest.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical Laboratory Science
  • Higher Education Recruitment
  • Allied Health Professions

Background:

  • Clinical laboratory science programs nationally experience significant challenges in attracting student applicants.
  • Key issues include low professional salaries, limited public understanding of the field, and competition from other graduate career paths.
  • Addressing these challenges is crucial for the sustainability of the medical laboratory workforce.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify and share successful student recruitment strategies implemented at the University of Utah Medical Laboratory Science Program.
  • To demonstrate how increased public awareness and targeted recruitment can mitigate declining applicant numbers.
  • To provide actionable insights for other clinical laboratory science programs facing similar enrollment challenges.

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Main Methods:

  • Analysis of recruitment data and program indicators at the University of Utah Medical Laboratory Science Program.
  • Qualitative review of strategies employed to increase public awareness and student interest.
  • Tracking of specific metrics demonstrating changes in applicant activity and enrollment.

Main Results:

  • The University of Utah Medical Laboratory Science Program has observed increased student interest and activity following the implementation of targeted recruitment initiatives.
  • Specific indicators demonstrate a positive trend in applications and engagement.
  • The strategies employed have shown promise in overcoming recruitment hurdles.

Conclusions:

  • Successful student recruitment in clinical laboratory science is achievable through focused efforts on public awareness and targeted outreach.
  • The University of Utah's experience provides a valuable model for other programs seeking to enhance their applicant pool.
  • Proactive recruitment strategies are essential for the future of the medical laboratory profession.