Pre-internship program effectiveness and its impact on clinical internship outcome
Brent Kiro G. Arbon, Jomelyn Nicole G. Marino, Carlos Von Luigui S. Sale, Daniele Clyde C. Cacha & Delcie F. Jader
Abstract
This study examined the effectiveness of the pre-internship program and its impact on the clinical internship performance of students from Batch 2017 and 2018. Since the program was halted during the pandemic, the study aimed to gather evidence that could support its revival and improvement for future cohorts. The primary objective was to determine whether pre-internship experiences significantly influenced student performance and to propose actionable recommendations. A quantitative research design was employed, involving document review and an online survey of 22 graduates from the identified batches. Findings revealed that students achieved an average pre-internship score of 4.00, reflecting strong initial readiness. However, performance slightly declined during Clinical Education I (mean grade of 2.49) and Clinical Education II (mean grade of 2.59). Statistical analysis showed a significant positive correlation (r = 0.532, p = 0.011) between pre-internship scores and Clinical Education I grades, suggesting that pre-internship activities effectively enhanced early clinical competence. Nonetheless, sustaining performance throughout the internship requires further program refinement. The study underscores the importance of strengthening the pre-internship program to better prepare students for real-world challenges in clinical settings. While the program successfully builds foundational skills and confidence, additional support in areas such as time management and critical decision-making is essential. Enhancing these aspects will ensure students maintain consistent performance and adaptability during their entire clinical education journey.
Keywords
clinical education, radiologic technology, allied health program, internship
Author information & Contribution
Brent Kiro G. Arbon. BS Radiologic Technology-IV, Calayan Educational Foundation, Inc.
Jomelyn Nicole G. Marino. BS Radiologic Technology-IV, Calayan Educational Foundation, Inc.
Carlos Von Luigui S. Sale. BS Radiologic Technology-IV, Calayan Educational Foundation, Inc.
Daniele Clyde C. Cacha. Registered Radiologic Technologist. Faculty, Calayan Educational Foundation, Inc. Email: danieleclyde.cacha@cefi.edu.ph
Delcie F. Jader. Corresponding author. MA in Education Management. Dean, Calayan Educational Foundation, Inc. Email: delcie.jader@cefi.edu.ph
Disclosure statement
No potential conflict of interest was reported by the authors.
Funding
This work is funded by Calayan Educational Foundation, Inc.
Institutional Review Board Statement
This study was conducted in accordance with the ethical guidelines set by the Calayan Educational Foundation, Inc. (CEFI). The conduct of this study has been approved and given relevant clearances by the CEFI Research and Publication Office.
Data and Materials Availability
The data supporting the findings of this study are available from the corresponding author upon reasonable request.
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The authors declare the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in writing this paper. In particular, the authors used ChatGPT for improving clarity of expression. The authors take full responsibility for ensuring proper review and editing of the content generated using AI.
Notes
This paper was presented in the 3rd International Conference on Management, Education & Innovation (ICMEI) 2026.
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Arbon, B.K.G., Marino, J.N.G., Sale, C.V.L.S., Cacha, D.C.C. & Jader, D.F. (2026). Pre-internship program effectiveness and its impact on clinical internship outcome. Journal of Allied Health Sciences & Medical Research, 2(2), 24-41. https://doi.org/10.53378/jahsmr.353170
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