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MLS Graduate Survey

The primary goal of the Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) Program is to prepare the graduate to function as a competent Medical Laboratory Scientist. This survey is designed to help the program faculty determine the strengths and areas for improvement for our program. All data will be kept confidential and will be used for program evaluation purposes only. Your submission is completely anonymous, and there is no user data associated with your answers.

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Year of Graduation:*
I. EMPLOYMENT DATA
Are you currently employed in the Medical Laboratory Sciences Field?*
If not working as a Medical Laboratory Scientist, explain your work status since graduation.*
Have you ever worked as a Medical Laboratory Scientist since graduation?*
In what type of health care facility/agency are you currently employed? (mark all that apply that are related to the Medical Laboratory Sciences field)*
- Hospital Lab
- Private clinic/ Physicians office/ Private lab
- Public Health Center
- Medical Sales/service
- Private industry
- Teach in a Medical Laboratory Sciences program
- Other (explain below)
Other:*
Where do you teach?*
What is your current employment status? (mark all that apply)*
- Full-time permenant
- Full-time temporary
- Part-time
- Pool position
Current Employer:*

If currently working for more than one employer, list all with a / between.
Length of Employment:*

If currently working for more than one employer, list years employed with a / between.

II. KNOWLEDGE BASE (Cognitive Domain)
Based on your experience in the workplace, please rate the programs ability to prepare you in each of the following areas:
1. The MLS program helped me acquire the knowledge neccessary to function in a laboratory setting.*
2. The MLS program prepared me to interpret patient data.*
3. The MLS program prepared me to evaluate diagnostic findings in order to perform appropriate diagnostic tests.*
4. The MLS program trained me to use sound judgement while functioning in the laboratory / health care setting.*
5. The MLS program trained me to understand compliance with requirements of regulator agencies (CLIA, CAP, JCAHO, etc.).*
Additional comments (not required):

III. CLINICAL PROFICIENCY (Psychomotor Domain)
Based on your experience in the workplace, please rate the programs ability to prepare you in each of the following areas:
1. The MLS program prepared me to perform quality control / assurance activities.*
2. The MLS program prepared me to process specimens appropriately.*
3. The MLS program prepared me to meet the workload expectations.*
4. The MLS program prepared me to function effectively as a member of the laboratory team.*
5. The MLS program adequately prepared me for an entry-level position.*
Additional comments (not required):

IV. BEHAVIOR SKILLS (Affective Domain)
Based on your experience in the workplace, please rate the programs ability to prepare you in each of the following areas:
1. The MLS program prepared me to adhere to required safety standards in the lab.*
2. The MLS program prepared me to communicate effectively in a health care setting.*
3. The MLS program prepared me to conduct myself in an ethical & professional manner.*
4. The MLS program prepared me to manage my time efficiently in the laboratory.*
Additional comments (not required):

V. GENERAL INFORMATION
Please check all boxes that apply to you:
- I am not currently pursuing my MLS credentials.
- I am actively pursuing my MLS credentials, but am not yet certified.
- I have obtained my MLS credentials.
- I am a member of a state / local professional association.
- I am a member of a national professional association.
- I actively participate in continuing education activities.
Additional comments (not required):
VI. OVERALL RATING OF THE PROGRAM
Please rate and comment on the OVERALL quality of the MLS Program and your preparation as an ENTRY-LEVEL MLS:*
Additional comments (not required):

VII. ADDITIONAL COMMENTS
Based on your work experience, please identify 2 or 3 strenghts of the MLS Program.
Based on your work experience, please make 2-3 suggestions to strengthen the MLS Program.
What qualities (if any) were expected of you upon employment that were not included in the MLS Program?
Please provide any additional comments & suggestions that would help to better prepare future graduates.

That's it! If you have any additional comments or questions, feel free to contact us directly at lunak@uwm.edu
When finished, please hit the "submit" button below to record your answers.

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Step 1 of 7

I. EMPLOYMENT DATA

II. KNOWLEDGE BASE (Cognitive Domain)

III. CLINICAL PROFICIENCY (Psychomotor Domain)

IV. BEHAVIOR SKILLS (Affective Domain)

V. GENERAL INFORMATION

VI. OVERALL RATING OF THE PROGRAM

VII. ADDITIONAL COMMENTS

That's it! If you have any additional comments or questions, feel free to contact us directly at lunak@uwm.edu