[Challenges in the implementation of a curriculum by competencies]

Area of Science:

• Nursing Education
• Curriculum Development
• Pedagogical Practices

Context:

• Implementation of competency-based curriculum in a technical nursing course at a state school in Pernambuco.
• Utilized national guidelines for technical-level professional education as a theoretical framework.
• Curriculum structured into four modules with increasing complexity and specific competencies.

Purpose:

• To describe and analyze the experiences of teachers during the implementation of a competency-based curriculum.
• To identify challenges and successes in adopting new pedagogical approaches and assessment methods.
• To evaluate the impact of curriculum restructuring on professional development and institutional autonomy.

Summary:

• Teachers faced resistance from both educators and students regarding new pedagogical practices and competency assessment methods.
• The study highlights the difficulties encountered during curricular re-structuring in technical nursing education.
• Despite challenges, the new curriculum fostered qualitative growth in teachers and students and enhanced school autonomy.

Impact:

• Qualitative growth observed in both teachers and students following curriculum adoption.
• Increased institutional autonomy for the school in defining and updating curriculum components.
• Provides insights into the practical challenges and benefits of implementing competency-based education in nursing.