The motivation and confidence in choosing dentistry as a career amongst dental students: A mixed-methods study.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

An insight into students' motivation and confidence in the choice of entering and remaining in dental education is essential. The understanding of how choices are made can help universities in the planning of admission policies. This study aimed to evaluate the career choice influences, motivation and confidence in the choices made into dental education.

Methods

A mixed-method design was employed, using both quantitative and qualitative data. One hundred seventy-three questionnaires were distributed to all registered dental students, with a response rate of 85%. The questionnaire explored students' demographics and factors that influenced their career choice. Seven focus groups were facilitated with related data recorded and transcribed verbatim.

Results

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SUBMITTER: Khalaf ME 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9290698 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature