The CSMLS is seeking medical laboratory subject matter experts as volunteers in an innovative project intended to examine and refine the prior learning assessment and remediation process for international applicants.
As one of our experts, you will contribute to the development of an ‘ideal clinical placement blueprint’ which will help to facilitate greater access to clinical placements prior to licensure. You will also review and/or revise the current pre-approved ‘refresher courses’ to determine whether they effectively address the subjects and competencies they are targeting. In these ways, you will provide valuable input into the certification and workforce integration experiences of international applicants.
The resulting new assessment and remediation system will be in the form of a ‘self-directed bridging program’ that will provide international applicants with the resources they need to meet their learning plan flexibly and effectively, potentially resulting in improved exam performance and efficient integration into the workforce.
To work with us on this venture, you need these characteristics:
- Current CSMLS certification
- A minimum of five years of experience as a clinician or educator
- Availability to attend an orientation meeting in Toronto on Saturday February 25 2012 (travel expenses to be paid by CSMLS)
- A working understanding of the CSMLS competency profiles: https://csmls.org/Certification/Competency-Profiles
- The time to carry out one or more course reviews. We estimate that it will take between 10 to 40 hours to evaluate each course (though this may vary). These reviews will take place from February to August 2012 and the opportunity to review more than one course will be available
- The ability to participate in occasional teleconferences is an asset
- A working knowledge of laboratory French is an asset
The CSMLS has received funding from the Government of Canada’s Foreign Credential Recognition Program to support this groundbreaking project in our profession. While this is a volunteer opportunity, Subject Matter Experts will be compensated with a small honorarium for each course evaluated. All related travel expenses will be reimbursed in accordance with CSMLS/Treasury Board policies and rates.
To get involved:
If you believe that you qualify for the role of Subject Matter Expert for this project, please complete the following two steps. Only complete applications will be considered.
Application Deadline January 27 2012.
Step 1: Complete the following form
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Step 2: Email your CV
Click the button below to email a copy of your CV to Dr. Moira Grant
We will notify successful candidates as soon as possible, and will expect them to attend the Orientation Meeting on Saturday February 25 2012 in Toronto.
Thank you for considering making this important contribution to your profession.