Tracer study of Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology graduates of Cavite State University 2014-2018 /
by Edlet Christine S. Dionisio, Jasmine Gayle Gonzales, Aeries Daryll C. Jocson, Ricci Anne V. Laurezo, Princess Joy A. Martinez.
- Indang, Cavite : Cavite State University- Main Campus, 2022.
- xvii, 139 pages : illustrations ; 28 cm
Thesis (Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology) Cavite State University.
Includes bibliographical references.
College of Nursing (CON). College of Nursing (CON).
DIONISIO, EDLET CHRISTINE S., GONZALES JASMINE GAYLE, JOCSON,AERIES DARYLL C., LAUREZO, RICCI ANNE V. AND MARTINEZ, PRINCESS JOY A. Tracer Study of Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology Graduates of Cavite State University 2014- 2018, Undergraduate Thesis. Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology, Cavite State University, Indang, Cavite April 2022, Adviser: Mr. John Jeron B. Datoy, RMT.
The study was conducted in Cavite State University-Main Campus from September 2020 to April 2022. The general objective of the study was to trace the BSMT graduates of Cavite State University from 2014 to 2018. Specifically, it aimed to determine the (a) socio- demographic profile of the participants, their (b) employability, their (c) perceived personal and
professional growth, and their (d) perceived competencies of the BSMT program in CVSU. It also aimed to determine the significant relationship between the participant's employability and: (e) their socio-demographic profile, their (f) perceived personal and professional growth acquired, and their (g) perceived competencies of the programs in CvSU. Graduate Tracer Study, as stated by Schomburg (2016), is significant for the "analysis of the relationship between higher education and work" (p. 215). In line with this, GTS provides quantitative and categorical data obtaining information regarding the employment status, career experiences, and related competencies that the graduates acquired with HEIS. To address the growing competitive labor markets of the country, CHED (2006), developed the GTS to assess the status and overcome challenges in the graduates' employment capabilities. The researchers utilized a quantitative descriptive-correlational design to provide quantifiable data from the statistically derived 136 CvSU BSMT graduates from Batch 2014 to 2018. The Study primarily used a modified GTS questionnaire based on the one provided by CHED, and from the results presented by Tutor et al. in 2019.
The questionnaire consisted of categorical and ratio scale data and was administered using Google forms. Descriptive statistics was used for fulfilling the first four objectives of this study. Specifically, frequency, percentages, and median were used. For the correlation, the Pearson Chi-square test was utilized to determine if there was a significant association between the categorical variables and the employability of the graduates. Cramer's V was also utilized to determine the magnitude of the relationship among categorical variables, Mile, Somer's D was used for ordinal measures. These statistical techniques were used to fulfill objectives which aimed to determine significant relationships.
Overall, the results showed that predominantly, the participants were highly satisfied with their job; and the knowledge and skills they acquired from the program were distinctly useful to their current jobs. Competencies of CvSU were highly perceived by the respondents except for the laboratory resources. There has been a high employment rate for the graduates, as mostly were able to pass their licensure exam on the first attempt. The majority of the participants were employed to the profession aligned with BSMT, with their monthly salary categorized under the low middle class. This study revealed that there was a significant association between the participants' demographic profile and their employability. Also, significant relationship was established on the employability of the graduates and their perceived personal and Pr0fessional growth. Lastly, significant relationship was also found on the good employability of the participants and to their high perceptions on the competency of CvSU in offering the BSMT program. In line with the results of this research, the objectives for future tracer studies could be based on the correlations presented here and be limited to a specific focus only. This could include an analysis of the significant differences in the variables involved, which may be done with a larger population. It is also recommended to improve the laboratory resources and management for the program.
Medical technology--Graduates College graduates--Medical technology Medical technologists--Health personnel