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    THE PHILIPPINE ASSOCIATION OF MEDICAL TECHNOLOGISTS, INC.

    Dear Colleagues,

    The Philippine Association of Medical Technologists, Inc. would like to request your participation

    in the survey.

    As you will notice, your experiences during your studies as well as during your further

    professional life are being asked for the questionnaire. We are much interested in your personal

    perception and experiences in order to obtain inputs for the development of our profession.

    We assure you that your answer will only be used for scientific purposes in the framework of

    this survey. Your information will be treated strictly confidential.

    Thank you very much for your kind support.

    COMMITTEE ON RESEARCH

    SECTION A: COURSE OF STUDIES explanation of the need of this section: central indicator for

    professional qualification acquired as a result of CMO 14 s 2006 and other medtech education laws

    1. What year did you start your course of studies? _______________2. What year did you finish your course of studies? ______________3. To what extent were the following reasons important for your decision to study medical

    technology/medical laboratory science? Scale of answer from 1= very important to 5 = not at all

    important.

    1 2 3 4 5 Choice of parents or relatives

    1 2 3 4 5 Scholarship grant when studying

    1 2 3 4 5 Economic capability of parents, guardians

    1 2 3 4 5 Attractiveness of medical technology profession1 2 3 4 5 Reputation of the practice of medical technology

    1 2 3 4 5 Practice-oriented medical technology subjects

    1 2 3 4 5 Stepping stone for higher degrees, e.g., medicine

    1 2 3 4 5 Employment demand and opportunities

    1 2 3 4 5 Personal

    1 2 3 4 5 Choice of friends, peers

    SECTION B: RETROSPECTIVE EVALUATION OF STUDIES AT THE SCHOOL OF MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY

    Explanation of the need for this section: this is an indicator of the quality of medtech schools in the

    Philippines and the effectiveness, efficiency, relevance, responsiveness of cmo 14 s20061. How do you rate the study provision and study conditions you experiences in the course of

    study that you graduated at the school of medical technology?Very Very

    Good Bad

    1 2 3 4 5 Course content of major

    1 2 3 4 5 Variety of subjects offered

    1 2 3 4 5 Design of the degree program

    1 2 3 4 5 Opportunity to choose courses and areas of specialization

    1 2 3 4 5 Practical Emphasis of teaching and learning

    1 2 3 4 5 Delivery skills and teaching quality

    1 2 3 4 5 Chances to participate in research projects

    1 2 3 4 5 Research emphasis of teaching and learning

    1 2 3 4 5 Provision of work placements and other work experience

    1 2 3 4 5 Opportunity of out-of-class contacts with teaching staff

    1 2 3 4 5 Contacts with fellow students

    1 2 3 4 5 Equipment, resource volume and stocking of libraries

    1 2 3 4 5 Laboratory (computer, science, clinical)

    1 2 3 4 5 Facilities as a whole

    1 2 3 4 5 Teaching staff interaction with students

    1 2 3 4 5 Balance in both practical and theoretical knowledge

    1 2 3 4 5 Industrial enhancement program/internship

    1 2 3 4 5 Variety of co-curriculum programs

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    2. How do you rate the usefulness of some elements of the medical technology curriculum for your

    occupation?

    Scale of answer from 1 = very useful to 5 not at all useful.Very Not at all

    Useful Useful

    1 2 3 4 5 Course content in your major field of studies

    1 2 3 4 5 Variety of subjects offered1 2 3 4 5 Chance of specialization

    1 2 3 4 5 Scientific methods

    1 2 3 4 5 Research orientation of students/project work

    1 2 3 4 5 Practical orientation of students/project work

    1 2 3 4 5 Practical orientation of teaching

    1 2 3 4 5 Practical laboratory training

    1 2 3 4 5 Workshop-training

    1 2 3 4 5 Practical training in industry/internship

    3. Altogether, how do you rate the usefulness of your studies?

    Scale of answer from 1 = very useful to 5 not at all useful.Very Not at all

    Useful Useful

    1 2 3 4 5 for finding an adequate job after finishing your studies

    1 2 3 4 5 for fulfilling your present professional tasks

    1 2 3 4 5 for your future professional development/career

    1 2 3 4 5 for the development of your personality/education

    1 2 3 4 5 for the economic development of your community

    4. To what extent did your studies help you.?To a very Not at

    High extent all

    1 2 3 4 5 finding a satisfying job after finishing your studies?

    1 2 3 4 5 for your long-term career prospects?1 2 3 4 5 for the development of your personality?

    1 2 3 4 5 for the development of your creative and critical thinking?

    1 2 3 4 5 in problem solving and decision making?

    1 2 3 4 5 become more knowledgeable?

    1 2 3 4 5 to be independent/self reliance?

    5. Looking back, if you were to choose again, how likely would you.Very Not likely

    Likely at all

    1 2 3 4 5 choose the same course of study?

    1 2 3 4 5 choose the same institution of higher education?

    1 2 3 4 5 decide not to study at all?

    SECTION C: JOB SEARCH AND TRANSITION TO EMPLOYMENT Explanation of the need for this section:

    indicator of professional success

    1. Please indicate your employment situation and your occupation after being awarded your

    degree. Tick only one appropriate category for each month

    Period after

    graduation

    Employed Professional

    Training

    Advanced

    Academic

    study

    Not employed,

    seeking

    employment

    Not employed and

    not intending to be

    employed

    Other Job Tile

    First year1

    stmonth

    2nd

    month

    3rd

    month

    4th

    month

    5th

    month

    6th

    month

    7th

    month

    8 month

    10th

    month

    11th

    month

    12 month

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    Period after

    graduation

    Employed Professional

    Training

    Advanced

    Academic

    Study

    Not employed,

    seeking

    employment

    Not employed and

    not intending to be

    employed

    Other Job Tile

    Second year

    1st

    month

    2nd

    month

    3rd

    month

    4th

    month

    5th

    month

    6th

    month

    7th

    month

    8 month

    10th

    month

    11th

    month

    12 month

    2. How did you try to find the first job after graduation? Multiple reply possible

    a. I applied for an advertised vacancy (internet, print media)b. I contacted employers without knowing about a vacancyc. I launched advertisement by myselfd. I was approached by an employere. I contacted a public employment/manpower agencyf. I enlisted the help of the careers/placement office of the schoolg. I enlisted the help of teaching staff of the schoolh. I established contacts while working, internship training during the course of studyi. I used other personal connections/contacts (e.g., parents, relatives, friends)j. I started my own business/self-employmentk. Other (please specify) _______________________________________________l. Not applicable since I am not working/employed

    3. How many employers did you contact (by letter) before you took up your first job after

    graduation?

    Approximately _______(number) of employers contacted.

    4. How often were you invited for an interview?

    _________number of invitations

    5. How many vacancies were you offered?_________number of vacancies

    6. In your opinion, how important were the following aspects for your employment in the

    present occupation? Scale of answer from 1= very important to 5=not at all importantVery Not at all

    Important Important

    1 2 3 4 5 Field of study

    1 2 3 4 5 Main focus of subject area/specialization

    1 2 3 4 5 Board exam results

    1 2 3 4 5 Grades of subjects

    1 2 3 4 5 Reputation of the school where you earned the degree

    1 2 3 4 5 Reputation of the training hospital where you had internship1 2 3 4 5 Previous work experiences

    1 2 3 4 5 Personality

    1 2 3 4 5 Foreign experiences

    1 2 3 4 5 My own world view/religion

    1 2 3 4 5 Other (please specify) __________________________________

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    7. How important, according to your perception, were the following aspects for your employer

    in recruiting you for your initial employment after graduation, if applicable?Very Not at all

    Important Important

    1 2 3 4 5 Field of study

    1 2 3 4 5 Main subject /specialization1 2 3 4 5 Board exam results

    1 2 3 4 5 Practical/work experiences acquired during the course of study

    1 2 3 4 5 Practical/work experiences acquired prior to the course of study

    1 2 3 4 5 Reputation of the school where you earned your degree

    1 2 3 4 5 Experience abroad

    1 2 3 4 5 Foreign language proficiency

    1 2 3 4 5 Computer skills

    1 2 3 4 5 Recommendations/references from third persons

    1 2 3 4 5 Personality

    8. How would you characterize and summarize your predominant activities since your

    graduation? Multiple reply possible

    a. I have spent most of the time on a regular jobb. I had mainly various temporary jobsc. I had mainly more than one job at the same timed. I was most of the time unemployede. I mainly embarked on further study/professional trainingf. I was predominantly engaged in child rearing or family careg. Other (please specify) _________________________________________________

    SECTION D: TRAINING PERIOD AFTER GRADUATION Explanation of the need for this section: indicator

    of congruence, matching between qualifications acquired per CMO 14, the school with professionalpractice demands.

    1. How would you describe the character of the training period of your first occupation after

    completing your studies?

    a. No training time, immediately start with normal tasksb. Achieve/help from experienced colleaguesc. Achieve/help also from superiorsd. Participation in an extensive formal training program/course, etc.e. Other (please specify) ________________________________________________

    2. If you participated in a training program, please indicate its full duration

    __________duration of training program in weeks

    3. How long did it take you before you had the impression that you were competent enough to

    do your job effectively?

    __________duration of training program in weeks

    4. In which topics did you gain new knowledge/abilities at the beginning of your employment?

    Multiple reply possible.

    ____ Workplace-oriented technical knowledge

    ____ Skills application

    ____ Personnel management

    ____ Financial management

    ____ Contact with other persons

    5. Were you trained at the beginning of your job to take over a management position in the

    future?

    ______ Yes

    ______ No

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    SECTION E: THE PRESENT EMPLOYENT SITUATION Explanation of the need for this section: criterion of

    professional success, career and employment situation, affinity and adequacy, indicator of conditions

    of professional practice

    1. How would you characterize your present employment situation or activity?

    Multiple reply possible

    _____ Employed

    _____ Professional training

    _____ Further academic studies

    _____ Without employment, but seeking employment

    _____ Without employment, and I do not wish to/cannot start working at present

    _____ Military service/community service etc.

    _____ Other ___________________________________________

    2. Have you changed your employer/employment since graduation?

    _____ Yes, I have changed my employer/employment_____ No

    _____ Not applicable, as I am still unemployed since graduation

    3. Why did you change your employer/employment? Multiple reply possible

    _____ In order to obtain a higher income

    _____ In order to get a better position

    _____ In order to use the qualifications acquired during my studies

    _____ To live in a certain place

    _____ To take over desirable professional tasks

    _____ Other ______________________________________________

    4. If you have changed your occupation, please indicate for how many employers/ in how many

    occupations you have worked previously (without counting your present post).

    ________ number of previous employers

    5. How long have you been working with the present employer?

    ________ number of months with present employer

    6. What is your job title?

    ____________________________________________________________

    7. Please outline your professional tasks:

    ____________________________________________________________

    ____________________________________________________________

    ____________________________________________________________

    ____________________________________________________________

    ____________________________________________________________

    8. In which economic sector do you work at present? Please tick one item only.

    _____ Private sector, multinational/foreign

    _____ Private sector, local

    _____ own firm/business

    _____ Public/ local or central government

    _____ NGO

    _____ Other ______________________________9. In which of the following branches of industry would you classify your

    company/organization? Please tick one item only. The answer should only concern your

    main occupation._____ Schools, Universities _____ Free-standing clinical laboratory

    _____ Research institutions _____ Health Information System

    _____ Sales and Marketing _____ Health Insurance Company

    _____ Health Care Financing _____ Medical Tourism Center

    _____ Industrial Medical Laboratory _____ Health Care Agencies

    _____ Hospital-based clinical lab _____ International Organizations

    _____ Hospital-based not in the lab _____ Product development

    _____ Food industry, processing _____ Retail

    _____ Consultancy, Franchise _____ Armed Forces

    _____ Tourism/ hospitality industry _____ Church organizations_____ International organizations _____ Management

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    _____ Diagnostic, Drug Companies _____ Supplier

    _____ Sanitarium _____ Government Health Agencies

    _____ Consultancy, Franchise _____ Other ________________________

    10. What is your current major occupation?

    _____ clinical laboratory practice, please specify area/section: ________________________

    _____ Health Information system _____ specimen collection_____ lab supervision and management _____ research and development

    _____ training _____ medico-legal

    _____ teaching _____ product marketing

    _____ technical advisory/consulting _____ marketing

    _____ Quality management _____ testing technology

    _____ development/experiments _____ personnel affairs

    _____ hospital administration _____ project management

    _____ sales and marketing _____ other

    11. Are you employed full-time?

    _____ Yes

    _____ No, I am employed part-time

    _____ Not applicable, I have my own business/ I am self-employed

    12. How many hours per week are you working on average?

    _______ total working hours per week (including self-employed).

    13. Are you the superior of other employees?

    ______ No ______Yes

    14. Which of the following management and leadership levels characterize your

    professional position?

    _____ top/senior management_____ average management

    _____ lower management

    _____ no management tasks at all

    _____ not applicable, I have my own business/ I am self-employed

    15. How much is your monthly gross income? Please take into account only the income from

    your main occupation.

    Monthly gross income: Php _________________

    or __________________ state currency

    16. Do you receive any fringe benefits from your employer? Multiple reply possible____ car, car allowance or other grants for public transport

    ____ housing or grant towards the rent

    ____ health services or something similar

    ____ provision for retirement

    ____ other

    ____ no additional grants

    17. How far do you agree with the following statements concerning work in ones own

    business/being employed? Scale of answers from 1= completely applicable to 5 = not

    at all applicable.Completely Not at all

    Applicable Applicable

    1 2 3 4 5 Persons having their own business/ being self-employed achieve a

    relatively high income

    1 2 3 4 5 Persons having their own business/ being self-employed have long

    working hours

    1 2 3 4 5 Graduates establish their own business/ are self-employed mainly

    because they have not found any other employment

    1 2 3 4 5 Higher education does not really prepare graduates sufficiently for

    an occupation with regard to setting up their own business/ to

    be self-employed

    1 2 3 4 5 Favorable long-term job prospects exists for persons having their

    own business/being self-employed.

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    SECTION F: WORK, PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS AND THE USE OF QUALIFICATIONS Explanation of

    the need for this section: indicator between studies and profession, use of professional qualifications

    acquired

    1. To what extent do you use qualifications acquired during your studies for your present job?

    Scale of answers from 1=to a very high extent to 5 = not at all. If you have not acquired anyof the following knowledge or skills, please dont tick any item in the corresponding line.

    Very high Not at

    extent all

    1 2 3 4 5 Mathematics

    1 2 3 4 5 Natural sciences (physics, chemistry, biology)

    1 2 3 4 5 Medical Technology professional subjects

    1 2 3 4 5 Knowledge of the English language

    1 2 3 4 5 Social sciences and Humanities

    1 2 3 4 5 Information Technology

    1 2 3 4 5 Internship training

    2. To what extent are you confronted with the following requirements in your presentoccupation? Scale of answers from 1=to a very high extent to 5 = not at all

    Very high Not at

    extent all

    1 2 3 4 5 willingness to learn

    1 2 3 4 5 ability to solve problems

    1 2 3 4 5 ability to reflect upon your own actions

    1 2 3 4 5 ability to express yourself in writing

    1 2 3 4 5 unconventional thinking

    1 2 3 4 5 willingness to perform/commitment

    1 2 3 4 5 ability to coordinate

    1 2 3 4 5 ability to improvise

    1 2 3 4 5 reliability1 2 3 4 5 ability to work under pressure

    1 2 3 4 5 independence

    1 2 3 4 5 sense of responsibility

    1 2 3 4 5 innovativeness

    1 2 3 4 5 creativity

    1 2 3 4 5 economically efficient thinking

    1 2 3 4 5 determination

    1 2 3 4 5 loyalty to the institution and its objectives

    1 2 3 4 5 persistence

    1 2 3 4 5 ability to cooperate

    1 2 3 4 5 ability to assert oneself1 2 3 4 5 self confidence

    1 2 3 4 5 adaptability

    1 2 3 4 5 empathy

    1 2 3 4 5 leadership qualities

    1 2 3 4 5 initiative and drive

    3. Please state to which you had the following competencies at the time of graduation and to

    what extent they are required in your current work. If you are not employed please answer

    only A.

    A. Possessed at the time of B. Work requirements

    GraduationTo a very Not To a very Nothigh at high at

    extent all Knowledge, skills and competencies extent all

    1 2 3 4 5 Broad general knowledge in medical technology 1 2 3 4 5

    1 2 3 4 5 Cross-disciplinary thinking/knowledge in other fields 1 2 3 4 5

    1 2 3 4 5 theoretical knowledge specific to medical technology 1 2 3 4 5

    1 2 3 4 5 specific knowledge of methods used in medical technology 1 2 3 4 5

    1 2 3 4 5 Foreign language proficiency 1 2 3 4 5

    1 2 3 4 5 Computer skills processing, encoding 1 2 3 4 5

    1 2 3 4 5 Using relevant methods in laboratory analysis 1 2 3 4 5

    1 2 3 4 5 Planning, co-ordinating and organizing 1 2 3 4 51 2 3 4 5 Applying rules and regulations 1 2 3 4 5

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    1 2 3 4 5 Interpreting laboratory results 1 2 3 4 5

    1 2 3 4 5 Documenting ideas and information 1 2 3 4 5

    1 2 3 4 5 Problem-solving ability 1 2 3 4 5

    1 2 3 4 5 Analytical competencies 1 2 3 4 5

    1 2 3 4 5 Evaluating laboratory results 1 2 3 4 5

    1 2 3 4 5 Reflective thinking, assessing ones own work 1 2 3 4 51 2 3 4 5 Creativity 1 2 3 4 5

    1 2 3 4 5 Working under pressure 1 2 3 4 5

    1 2 3 4 5 Accuracy, attention to detail and precision 1 2 3 4 5

    1 2 3 4 5 Performing test according to standard methods 1 2 3 4 5

    1 2 3 4 5 Time management 1 2 3 4 5

    1 2 3 4 5 Judgment and decision making 1 2 3 4 5

    1 2 3 4 5 Manual skills 1 2 3 4 5

    1 2 3 4 5 Working independently 1 2 3 4 5

    1 2 3 4 5 Working in a team 1 2 3 4 5

    1 2 3 4 5 initiative 1 2 3 4 5

    1 2 3 4 5 adaptability 1 2 3 4 51 2 3 4 5 Assertiveness, decisiveness, persistence 1 2 3 4 5

    1 2 3 4 5 Diagnostic application 1 2 3 4 5

    1 2 3 4 5 Professional development 1 2 3 4 5

    1 2 3 4 5 Loyalty, integrity 1 2 3 4 5

    1 2 3 4 5 Critical and analytical thinking 1 2 3 4 5

    1 2 3 4 5 Oral communication skills 1 2 3 4 5

    1 2 3 4 5 Written communication skills 1 2 3 4 5

    1 2 3 4 5 Determining acceptability of samples 1 2 3 4 5

    1 2 3 4 5 Leadership skills 1 2 3 4 5

    1 2 3 4 5 Taking responsibilities, decisions 1 2 3 4 5

    1 2 3 4 5 Safety management 1 2 3 4 51 2 3 4 5 Data security and confidentiality 1 2 3 4 5

    1 2 3 4 5 Recognizing implausible results 1 2 3 4 5

    SECTION G: ASSESSMENT OF PROFESSIONAL SITUATION Explanation of the need for this section:

    indicator of match between the extent of the use of qualification and the subsequent experience

    4. To what extent were you able to realize the professional ideas you had at the end of your

    studies? Scale of answers from 1=to a very high extent to 5= not at all

    1 2 3 4 5 Realization of the professional ideas

    5. When you look at your current professional tasks as a whole: to what extent do you use the

    qualifications acquired during your course of studies? Scale of answers from 1=to a very

    high extent to 5= not at all

    1 2 3 4 5 Extent of use of qualifications

    6. To what extent has your study been useful for .? Scale of answers from 1=to a very high

    extent to 5= not at all

    1 2 3 4 5 preparing you for your present work tasks?

    1 2 3 4 5 preparing you for tasks in other spheres of life?

    7. How would you characterize your current professional position? To what extent is your

    professional position adequate to your education? Scale of answers from 1=completely to

    5=not at all

    1 2 3 4 5 appropriateness of the professional position

    8. If you consider all dimensions of your employment and work (status, position, income, work

    tasks, etc): To what extent is your employment and work appropriate to your level of

    education?

    Completely appropriate 1 2 3 4 5 not at all appropriate

    What is the most appropriate level of course of study/degree for your employment and work

    in comparison to that which you graduated?

    _____ a higher level than the one I graduated from

    _____ the same level

    _____ a lower level of higher education_____ no higher education at all

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    _____ others (please specify) ___________________________________________

    9. Assessed as a whole, to what extent does your occupation correspond to your education?

    Please take into account all aspects which you think are important. Scale of answers from

    1=completely to 5=not at all

    1 2 3 4 5 general appropriateness of the professional situation

    10. If, at least partially, you dont think your occupation is adequate: why do you work in a job

    like this? Multiple reply possible

    _____ I earn more money doing this work than doing a study-oriented job

    _____ I prefer an occupation which is not closely connected to my studies

    _____ This job promises better career prospects than a study-oriented occupation

    _____ I am very interested in this work, it is very important to me

    _____ Because of promotion I am no longer working in an occupation closely related to

    my studies any longer

    _____ I preferred a part-time job or a flexible occupation

    _____ I wanted to work in a certain local area but I could not find any adequate

    Occupation_____ Even though I would prefer a study-oriented occupation, I could not find any

    _____ My family situation reduced the possibility of choice

    _____ My current occupation is a prerequisite for my desired future profession

    _____ Other

    _____ not applicable because I think my job is fully adequate

    11. To what extent does your occupation contribute to the economic development of our

    country? Scale of answers from 1=to a very high extent to 5= not at all

    1 2 3 4 5 relevance of the professional occupation for the development of

    the country

    12. To what extent are you satisfied with the following characteristics of your professional

    situation? Scale of answers from 1=to a very high extent to 5= not at all

    1 2 3 4 5 Contents of work/ the professional tasks

    1 2 3 4 5 Working atmosphere

    1 2 3 4 5 Safety of the workplace

    1 2 3 4 5 Possibility to use qualifications acquired during my studies

    1 2 3 4 5 Possibility to work in a demanding job

    1 2 3 4 5 Professional position achieved

    1 2 3 4 5 Amount of income

    1 2 3 4 5 Prospects for promotion

    1 2 3 4 5 Opportunity to benefit society

    1 2 3 4 5 Chance to realize my own ideas

    1 2 3 4 5 Fringe benefits granted by the employer

    1 2 3 4 5 Chances to obtain further professional qualifications

    1 2 3 4 5 Equipment of the workplace as regards necessary working

    material

    1 2 3 4 5 Workplace surroundings

    13. Altogether, to what extent are you satisfied with your professional situation? Please also

    take into account in your statement any professional sidelines. Scale of answers from 1=to

    a very high text to 5=not at all

    1 2 3 4 5 general professional satisfaction

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    14. How important are the different characteristics of an occupation for you personally? Please

    start out from your own objectives for a professional occupation regardless of whether you

    have achieved them yet. Please indicate the importance for you personally of each of the

    following characteristics.

    Scale of answers from 1=very important to 5=not at all important

    1 2 3 4 5 Largely independent planning of my work

    1 2 3 4 5 chance for scientific work

    1 2 3 4 5 clear and well-ordered tasks

    1 2 3 4 5 possibilities of using acquired qualifications

    1 2 3 4 5 high safety of the workplace

    1 2 3 4 5 social respect and acceptance

    1 2 3 4 5 possibility to develop and realize own ideas

    1 2 3 4 5 good working atmosphere

    1 2 3 4 5 chance to obtain further professional qualifications

    1 2 3 4 5 high income

    1 2 3 4 5 chances of political influence

    1 2 3 4 5 to work in a demanding job

    1 2 3 4 5 good promotion prospects1 2 3 4 5 lot of free time

    1 2 3 4 5 assumption of coordinating and management tasks

    1 2 3 4 5 possibility of team-work

    1 2 3 4 5 chance to do something useful for society

    15. Are you a member of an organization with development-related tasks?

    ______ Yes _____ No

    16. Are you a member of the Philippine Association of Medical Technologists,Inc.?

    ______ No _____ Yes

    17. Are you a member of any other professional organizations related to medical technology?

    ______ No _____ Yes

    SECTION H: FURTHER/OTHER FORMAL HIGHER OR PROFESSIONAL TRAINING Explanation of the need

    for this section: indicator of professional development

    18. Have you started a further/another course of studies?

    ____ Yes, I have completed it successfully

    ____ Yes, I am still studying

    ____ Yes, I have stooped my further course of studies

    _____ No, I have not started a further course of studies

    19. Have you continued professional education after completing your studies?

    ______ Yes _____ No

    19. Which consequences did your further education have for your employment situation so far?

    Multiple reply possible

    _____ Helped changing the profession

    _____ Helped changing the employer

    _____ Helped towards economic independence

    _____ Prevented worsening of my professional situation

    _____ Belonged to my field of activity

    _____ Helped me to earn more money

    _____ Helped me to get a better position_____ Has been important to get a job at all

    _____ Has not shown any results yet

    _____ Did not lead to any changes in my occupation even though I expected it

    _____ Other

    20. In which topic would you like to receive further professional training if you had the

    opportunity to participate? Multiple reply possible

    _____ reinforcement of technical basic knowledge/skills

    _____ workplace-oriented technical knowledge

    _____ preparation for management functions

    _____ others

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    SECTION I: PERSONAL BACKGROUND Explanation of the need for this section: indicator of personal

    characteristics

    1. Name (as in birth certificate) ______________________________________________2. Place of birth: __________________________________________________________3. Sex: ____Male ____Female4. Age (in years): ______________5. Correspondence address:

    ____________________________________

    ____________________________________

    6. E-mail: __________________________________7. Place of Work: _____Local _______ Foreign8. What kind of connections/contacts do you have to the Philippine Association of Medical

    Technologists and how should contacts be organized between PAMET and its members?

    Multiple reply possible

    ____newsletter____meetings

    ____foundation/support

    ____professional cooperation in projects

    ____other

    9. Looking at your present professional experiences, which changes would you suggest in themedical technology program?

    ____curriculum

    ____internship training

    ____research

    ____faculty qualification____book references

    ____classroom/lab requirements

    ____admission requirements

    ____other

    10.When did you took and passed the licensure examination given by PRC?Date/Year: ___________________

    Passed the licensure examination on the first take? ____Yes ____No

    Thank you for your cooperation. You have completed the survey. Please take a few more

    minutes to review your answers. Otherwise, you can submit this survey form to the research team.