UNS – The Professional Certification Institute (LSP) at Universitas Sebelas Maret (UNS) Surakarta recently hosted a visit from the LSP at Universitas Sultan Ageng Tirtayasa (Untirta), Serang, Banten, to discuss expanding certification schemes for the Faculty of Medicine. The delegation was received by LSP UNS Chair, Prof. Dr. Ir. Endang Yuniastuti, M.Si, on Thursday (24/10/2024).
The meeting, held in UNS’s Dr. Prakosa Building, was also attended by Prof. Dr. Ir. Eka Handayanta, M.P., IPU, ASEAN, Eng., and Occupational Health Scheme Assessor, Dian Nugroho, dr., M.Med.Ed. In her opening remarks, Prof. Endang welcomed the LSP Untirta delegation and emphasized the importance of exchanging knowledge and resources between the two institutions.
“Our hope is for this to be a mutual exchange of strengths from each institution,” Prof. Endang said.
The event continued with an introduction and presentation by LSP Untirta Chair, Dr. Ir. Wahyuni Murtiningsih, M.T. The five-person delegation, including a young doctor, sought insights on expanding the Faculty of Medicine’s certification schemes. Currently, Untirta has 47 assessors and 13 certification schemes.
Prof. Endang provided an overview of the LSP UNS, established in 2020, which has grown steadily. As a P1-level LSP, it primarily serves UNS students and has developed 54 certification schemes with Testing Centers (TUK) located across various UNS faculties.
“By the end of this year, we are submitting 41 new schemes for approval, now undergoing revision after verification by the National Professional Certification Agency (BNSP). Among these, four health-related schemes are proposed: Senior Caregiver, Junior Caregiver, Emergency Room (ER) Nursing in Hospitals, and Specialized Nursing in Hospitals,” Dr. Wahyuni explained.
Dian Nugroho, dr., M.Med.Ed., an assessor at LSP UNS, also shared insights on developing the Occupational Health Scheme, detailing the phases from planning and full assessment to the issuance of a license by BNSP. He emphasized the importance of commitment from future assessors and support from the faculty.
The session concluded with an interactive discussion between Untirta representatives and UNS’s Occupational Health Scheme Assessor, exploring best practices and experiences in creating medical certification schemes.
“Hopefully, today’s discussion provides insights into suitable schemes for the Faculty of Medicine while addressing the practical needs of students entering the workforce,” Prof. Endang concluded.
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