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From Technical Assistants to Critical Thinkers: From World War II to 2014
Summary
The education of medical laboratory practitioners evolved significantly since WWII, with increased educational standards and expanded critical thinking skills. Future training must adapt to rapid scientific and technological advancements.
Area of Science:
- Medical Laboratory Science
- Health Professions Education
Background:
- Reviewed professional literature on medical laboratory practitioner education from WWII to present.
- Examined historical educational milestones and curriculum changes over decades.
Observation:
- Medical laboratory technology programs increased from two to four years of college.
- Critical thinking evolved from analytic/psychomotor to situational interpretation and negotiation.
Findings:
- Significant scientific and technologic transformations in clinical laboratories necessitated expanded practitioner roles.
- Educational requirements and models have minimally changed since the 1970s, despite escalating knowledge and skills demands.
Implications:
- The next generation of medical laboratory practitioners requires advanced knowledge and skills.
- The 21st century necessitates a transformation in medical laboratory practitioner education aligned with scientific, technological, and evidence-based practice advancements.
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