From the 2023 Clinical Laboratory Educators Conference
(Recorded 3/3/2023)
Presented by Grace Leu-Burke, MSCLS,
MLS(ASCP)CM
“Are there opportunities for
research?” is frequently asked by high school seniors and undergraduate
students when deciding a college major. Medical Laboratory Science is a
laboratory-based discipline and a natural avenue for undergraduate research.
We’ll discuss how the implementation of ongoing research into the microbiology
curriculum helped maintain enrollment through the pandemic, along with
increasing future registration.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
At the conclusion of this presentation, participants will be
able to:
- Identify areas within the medical laboratory science curriculum for research development
- Develop skills in course alignment related to research, improving academic assessment
- Recognize undergraduate research increases departmental visibility, student interest, and administrative support
CE ACCREDITATION
This recorded presentation is P.A.C.E. ® accredited. One (1) P.A.C.E. ® contact hour and one (1) Florida credit hour in the area GEN will be awarded to participants. ASCLS P.A.C.E.® is accepted by the ASCP/ASCLS/AGT Board of Certification and all states, including Florida and California, as an approved provider of continuing education for recertification and licensure. ASCLS is an approved provider with CE Broker for Florida licensees.
LEVEL OF INSTRUCTION
This Basic-level program is appropriate for laboratory professionals working in clinical, public health and academic settings.