Date of Completion

2023

Document Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science

Keywords

Interprofessional Education, Student Perception, Education, SPICE instrument, Professional roles, Medical Laboratory Science Students

Abstract

Interprofessional Education is a revolutionized concept to ensure collaborative learning between allied-health students. This is imperative for better health outcomes as students are exposed early on to various disciplines in healthcare. This cross-sectional study aims to identify the demographic profile of third year BSMLS students, their corresponding perception of IPE, and any correlation between identified student profile and student perception. Stratified-random sampling of 125 students from third year BSMLS in DLSMHSI and modified SPICE instrument were used in relation with the goals of this study. The survey yielded results showing that most respondents were female, Roman Catholic, had grades ranging from 90-94%, and were from MLS 3-6. Also, most students perceived IPE positively with an overall mean of 3.57 which corresponds to “Excellent” and a standard deviation of 0.364. Moreover, there is no significant difference on the perceptions when grouped according to sex, religion, and IPE final grade, meanwhile, there is a significant difference in relation to section, with MLS 3-2 showing the highest perception. As evidenced with an overall positive student perception on IPE, the course is considered an effective program necessary for enhancing student education, skill-based performance, and leadership, to deliver holistic patient care and patient satisfaction.

First Advisor

Amapola DG. Puaso

Download

Share

COinS