Table 2 Interns’ qualitative feedback on the SLLE Preparation program:

Representation of content

• Comprehensive content coverage

• Alignment with SLLE requirements.

• Appropriate time allocation for major topics

• In-depth exploration and understanding of content.

“The program really offered a comprehensive and representative content coverage aligned with SLLE requirements”.

“I think this program should consider extending the duration of specific topics, such as Microbiology and Urine Analysis and other Body Fluids, to enable more in-depth exploration and understanding”.

Appropriateness of instructional approaches and teaching strategies

• Interactive teaching strategies.

• Supporting audiovisual materials.

• Effective audience engagement strategies.

• Opportunities for active participation and discussion.

“The program is based on many engaging and interactive teaching methods, which was an interesting and valuable experience”.

“The training included high-quality audiovisual materials that enhanced learning”.

“I believed that one of the most important aspects of this program’s strengths is that presenters used approaches to engage the audience that I found effective”.

“We practiced a lot of discussions during the course of this program, that really captured the essence of active participation”.

Availability of resources.

• Training on SLLE format questions.

• Developing an online platform for the SLLE preparation program.

• Blended learning.

“If I have to think about one point for improving this program, it would be providing additional practice questions mirroring the SLLE format.”

“It would be great to have an online platform that would aid for this program’s effectiveness and value for continued access to resources post-program, allowing participants to revisit key content.”

“A blended learning model would be a good choice for this kind of training, combining both face-to-face and online sessions, to provide greater flexibility and reach.”