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Authentic Pathology Specimen Reception: A Valuable Resource for Developing Biomedical Science Student Competencies
T Hussain1, S Namvar1,2,3, M Jones1,2
1School of Science, Engineering and Environment, University of Salford, Manchester, United Kingdom.
British Journal of Biomedical Science
|October 11, 2023
Summary
Simulation-based learning effectively trains Biomedical Science students in pathology specimen reception, enhancing practical skills and graduate employability. This approach is preferred by students over traditional methods for developing key transferable skills.
Area of Science:
- Biomedical Science Education
- Laboratory Medicine
- Healthcare Simulation
Background:
- Pathology specimen reception is critical for laboratory services and patient safety.
- A knowledge gap exists in Biomedical Science graduates regarding specimen reception processes.
- Higher education needs to address this gap to improve graduate preparedness.
Purpose of the Study:
- To design a practical simulation of pathology specimen reception processes.
- To evaluate Biomedical Science students' opinions on simulated learning.
- To assess the development of transferable skills for employment.
Main Methods:
- A scenario-based practical session was designed incorporating industrial and academic insights.
- Qualitative data on demographics and career interests were collected.
- Quantitative feedback using a 5-point Likert scale questionnaire was obtained from 77 participants.
Main Results:
- The simulation was highly engaging, with 98.7% enjoying it and 87.0% reporting significant learning.
- Students overwhelmingly preferred simulation-based learning (97.4%) over traditional methods.
- The session positively impacted transferable skills like teamwork, communication, and confidence.
Conclusions:
- Simulation-based learning enhances core Biomedical Science knowledge and graduate employability.
- This method effectively prepares students for post-graduation roles in pathology specimen reception.
- It is a valuable tool for building student graduate capital and ensuring workforce readiness.
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