An exploration of the continuing professional education needs, interests and attitudes of medical laboratory technologists in Newfoundland and Labrador

• Main Author: Hardy, Gregory S.
• Format: Thesis
• Language: English
• Published: Memorial University of Newfoundland 2013
• Subjects: Newfoundland
• Online Access: https://research.library.mun.ca/10619/; https://research.library.mun.ca/10619/1/Hardy_GregoryS.pdf

Following the implementation of a mandatory model of continuing professional education (CPE) within the Newfoundland and Labrador (NL) medical laboratory science community, an exploratory study relating to the needs, interests, and attitudes of this unique group of health professionals was conducted. Utilizing a mixed methods exploratory design, this research serves to highlight the CPE preferences and attitudes of the medical laboratory profession of NL. Results indicated that despite historically limited CPE options within the province; NL medical laboratory professionals appear to have strongly positive attitudes towards CPE. Data suggests a preference for modem online learning methodologies and work related educational options. Informal learning methods are identified as significantly important to the workforce and a number of educational barriers to learning are identified including those of financial, personal, or familial nature. This research is of primary relevance to those interested in developing CPE options for medical laboratory technologists and other health professionals.