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Putting objectivity in the allied health student selection process

M C Dietrich

    Journal of Allied Health
    |November 1, 1981
    PubMed
    Summary

    This study outlines a four-step process for improving allied health student admissions. It ensures fair and rational selection by refining criteria, quantifying data, and evaluating the admissions process for quality control.

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    Area of Science:

    • Allied Health Education
    • Admissions Processes
    • Healthcare Professions

    Background:

    • The allied health student selection process often lacks the organization seen in other health professions.
    • This may stem from the relative newness of some allied health disciplines.
    • Ensuring a rational, fair, and humane admissions process is crucial for allied health educators.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To describe a four-step decision-making framework for enhancing allied health student selection.
    • To provide practical strategies for implementing quality control in admissions.

    Main Methods:

    • Refining applicant evaluation criteria.
    • Identifying quantifiable information sources for applicant data.
    • Transforming data into measurable formats.
    • Evaluating the effectiveness of admissions criteria.

    Main Results:

    • The proposed framework offers a systematic approach to admissions.
    • Practical suggestions are provided for each step of the process.
    • Implementation of these steps can improve the quality and fairness of selection.

    Conclusions:

    • A structured approach to admissions is necessary for allied health programs.
    • Systematic refinement and evaluation of criteria enhance the selection process.
    • These methods help assure applicants, consumers, and agencies of a rational and humane admissions system.

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