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Nursing in a global community: a study abroad program.
Marian M Tabi1, Subarna Mukherjee
1School of Nursing, Georgia Southern University, Statesboro, GA, USA.
Summary
This study explores a global nursing education program in Ghana, West Africa. It highlights the benefits of international study for health profession students and their cross-cultural experiences.
Area of Science:
- Global Health
- Nursing Education
- Transcultural Healthcare
Background:
- Georgia Southern University School of Nursing offers a study abroad program.
- The program is hosted at the University of Cape Coast in Ghana, West Africa.
- It targets undergraduate and graduate health profession students.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the "Nursing in a Global Community" study abroad program.
- To highlight the benefits of international nursing education experiences.
- To present a student's perspective on transcultural nursing in Ghana.
Main Methods:
- Program description and analysis.
- Discussion of study abroad benefits.
- Qualitative student perspective on cultural immersion.
Main Results:
- Students gain experience in nursing and healthcare delivery in a developing country.
- The program offers valuable transcultural learning opportunities.
- Student feedback emphasizes the transformative nature of the experience.
Conclusions:
- Study abroad programs like this are crucial for developing global nursing competencies.
- Experiencing healthcare in diverse settings enhances professional growth.
- Transcultural understanding is a key outcome for future healthcare providers.