The influence of peer group supervision during nursing education on occupational identity and well-being: Results of a mixed methods study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The development of occupational identity is an open and dynamic process and represents an element of competence development. Measures to accompany this development include reflecting on typical professional situations, individual challenges and the professional role. Peer counselling in the format of peer group supervision appears suitable for creating the necessary opportunities for reflection.

Aim

The study investigates the influence of peer group supervision on the development of occupational identity and whether peer group supervision influences psychological well-being.

Methods

A group of apprentices (n=25) in the three-year nursing training programme were trained in peer group supervision and conducted it regularly over the course of a year. In a mixe

SUBMITTER: Wellensiek S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12527389 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature