Formação de citotécnicos com metodologia híbrida: a EAD e sua contribuição para a detecção precoce do câncer do colo do útero no Brasil

Abstract

Introduction: Cervical cancer worldwide is among the most prevalent. This pathology kills 16,370 women annually in our country, especially in the North and Northeast regions, where it accounts for 8.1% of deaths. The cytotechnical professional can contribute to both prevention and early detection of uterine cervix cancer. Objective: propose the restructuring of the formation of cytotechnicians in Brazil using hybrid methodology. Methods: Searches were conducted in the databases of the Periódicos CAPES, LILACS and SCIELO, with descriptors: "Educational technology", "Colpocitological examination", and "Cervical cancer", in addition to document analysis of the current curriculum matrix, adapting it to hybrid methodology. Results: This research proposes that the curricular matrix be restructured, divided into three stages, using classroom education or Education at a distance according to the characteristics of each discipline, offering 3 classes per year. Conclusion: With the restructuring the formation of cytotechnicians through the hybrid methodology, it would be possible to maximize the potential of these professionals to act in the early detection of cervical cancer, besides favoring the reach of individuals for qualification by breaking geographical – social difficulties from Brazil.