Learning experiences of final-year student midwives in labor wards: A qualitative exploratory study.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Clinical placements are an integral part of midwifery education and are crucial for achieving professional competencies. Although students' experiences on placements have been shown to play a meaningful role in their learning, they have received scant attention in the literature. The aim of this paper is to describe the learning experiences of final-year student midwives in labor wards within the Brussels metropolitan region, Belgium.

Methods

A qualitative exploratory study was conducted using two focus groups (N=20). Data analysis included: transcription of audio recordings, thematic content analysis with coding into recurrent and common themes, and broader categories. Discussions among researchers were incorporated in all phases of the analysis for integrity a

SUBMITTER: Vermeulen J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7839143 | biostudies-literature | 2019

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature