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Biomedical scientist training officers' evaluation of integrated (co-terminus) Applied Biomedical Science BSc
1School of Pharmacy and Biomolecular Sciences, Brighton University, Huxley Building, Lewes Road, Brighton BN2 4GJ, UK. s.j.pitt@brighton.ac.uk
British Journal of Biomedical Science
|June 29, 2011
Summary
Training officers view integrated biomedical science degrees favorably, noting improved student professional and scientific development. Despite initial workload increases, they are committed to training, indicating program success.
Area of Science:
- Biomedical Science Education
- Clinical Pathology Training
- Higher Education in Healthcare
Background:
- Integrated (co-terminus) biomedical science BSc programs were introduced in 2003.
- These programs incorporate structured clinical placements in pathology labs.
- Training Officers (TOs) oversee student clinical training and professional development.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate Training Officers' perceptions of integrated biomedical science degrees.
- To assess the effectiveness of these programs for pre-registration training.
- To understand TOs' views on student integration, development, service impact, and training commitment.
Main Methods:
- Anonymous questionnaires collected quantitative data from TOs.
- Surveys were conducted in 2007, 2008, and 2009.
- Data analyzed using Kruskal-Wallis test to compare perceptions over time.
Main Results:
- Overall TO perception scores significantly increased from 3.38 (2007) to 3.99 (2009).
- Positive perceptions were noted in student integration, professional/scientific development, and training commitment.
- Negative perceptions initially existed regarding the impact on service delivery, but improved by 2009.
Conclusions:
- TOs view integrated biomedical science degrees favorably.
- The programs effectively support student scientific and professional development.
- TOs demonstrate commitment to training, despite initial adjustments to curriculum design.
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