Student perspectives of extended clinical placements in optometry: a qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The number of students enrolled in health courses at Australian universities is rising, increasing demand for clinical placements. Optometry students have historically undertaken clinical training in short-block rotations at university-led teaching clinics in metropolitan locations. This is changing, with some optometry programs adopting extended placements. These placements are conducted in community-based practices, with many incorporating a rural component to the training. This study explored factors which influence placement success and satisfaction from the perspective of optometry students.

Methods

Nine focus groups were undertaken with 42 final year optometry students upon completion of a 26-week placement (of which at least half was undertaken in a non-met

SUBMITTER: Kirkman JM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8790849 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature