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Impact Of The Sarah Lawrence Genetic Counseling Introductory Fieldwork Simulation On The Self-Efficacy And Training Of Students From The Classes Of 2021-2023, Meghan Zadorsky, Skye Wurmbrand May 2023

Impact Of The Sarah Lawrence Genetic Counseling Introductory Fieldwork Simulation On The Self-Efficacy And Training Of Students From The Classes Of 2021-2023, Meghan Zadorsky, Skye Wurmbrand

Human Genetics Theses

While simulation is commonly used as a tool in the training of various medical professionals, more in depth analysis is needed on its use and impact in the training of genetic counselors. The purpose of this study was to begin to understand, from the student perspective, the impact of the Sarah Lawrence College Master of Science in Human Genetics (SLC MS HG) Introductory Fieldwork Simulation (IF Sim) on self-efficacy, skills acquisition, and utilization of skills learned in simulation in future practice for the classes of 2021-2023. After a pilot study was completed, 23 semi-structured qualitative interviews were conducted from participants …