Training activity information
Details
Perform vertical audit of a new born screening sample
Type
Developmental training activity (DTA)
Evidence requirements
Evidence the activity has been undertaken by the trainee​.
Reflection on the activity at one or more time points after the event including learning from the activity and/or areas of the trainees practice for development.
An action plan to implement learning and/or to address skills or knowledge gaps identified.
Considerations
- Sample receipt, sample quality, timeliness, analysis, reporting, and retesting,
- Standard, guideline or consensus document for audit against
- Principles of audit and the audit cycle.
- Quality control: EQA and IQC
Relevant learning outcomes
| # | Outcome |
|---|---|
| # 4 |
Outcome
Explain the principles of a screening programme and apply the relevant terminology associated. |
| # 5 |
Outcome
Evaluate the methodology and rationale of national screening programmes and explain the national standards associated with the trisomy and newborn screening programmes. |