The integral diagnosis and its importance in the professional training of university students (Original)

Abstract

The integral diagnosis is a key tool in university education. It permits to know the characteristics, needs and abilities of students, covering academic, emotional, social and vocational aspects. Its proper implementation contributes to the individual development of students, optimizing educational processes. The research focuses on evaluating the importance of the integral diagnosis in the preparation of future professionals, identifying the barriers that limit its effective application and proposing strategies to improve its implementation in universities. The research was conducted using a combined approach in which quantitative and qualitative methods were applied. The results showed that the integral diagnosis faces obstacles to its implementation such as lack of technological resources and insufficient training of teachers. The positive impact on academic performance and career guidance was perceived by the majority, but the need to improve the frequency and quality of interventions was highlighted. The most relevant conclusion is that the integral diagnosis has significant potential to improve students' professional training, but it is essential to overcome the limitations identified in order to achieve effective and consistent implementation. It should be noted that this study is the result of the research project of the Education career, entitled: Improvement of pedagogical practices in the educational institutions of the south zone of Manabí, and of the linkage project with the theme: Directed tasks and psycho-pedagogical support to strengthen the learning of students in the Public Basic Education of Jipijapa.