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Lewis Allen Hassell1, Kenneth E Blick1
1Department of Pathology, University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, BMSB 451, 940 Stanton L Young Boulevard, Oklahoma City, OK 73104, USA.
Surgical Pathology Clinics
|June 13, 2015
Summary
This article outlines essential pathology training curriculum and competency milestones. Case-based learning, especially hands-on projects, is highlighted for enhancing pathology trainee knowledge and skills.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Pathology Training
Background:
- Pathology training requires a defined curriculum aligned with competency frameworks.
- Ensuring graduates possess essential skills for practice is a key educational goal.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present an essential curriculum for pathology trainees.
- To map this curriculum to Milestones competency statements.
- To discuss effective methods for achieving desired competencies.
Main Methods:
- Overview of a proposed pathology curriculum.
- Mapping curriculum components to established competency frameworks (Milestones).
- Discussion of pedagogical approaches for skill acquisition.
Main Results:
- An essential curriculum for pathology trainees is outlined.
- The curriculum is mapped to Milestones competency statements.
- Case-based learning and hands-on projects are identified as valuable pedagogical tools.
Conclusions:
- A structured curriculum aligned with Milestones is crucial for pathology education.
- Integrative, case-based learning enhances knowledge retention and skill development in pathology trainees.
- Hands-on projects are particularly effective for cementing learning and expanding competency.
