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Published on: June 21, 2010
Nursing education in Iran: past, present, and future
Rasoul Tabari Khomeiran1, Cecil Deans
1School of Nursing and Midwifery, Guilan University of Medical Science, Guilan, Iran. rtabari@gums.ac.ir
Nursing education in Iran has evolved from an apprenticeship model to an academic one, offering doctoral studies and internet access to journals. Further advancements are needed to ensure highly competent nurse practitioners.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Higher Education Policy
- Global Health Workforce Development
Background:
- Nursing education in Iran began over a century ago with foreign missionaries.
- Post-1979 Islamic Revolution, a shift from apprenticeship to academic models occurred.
- Significant changes align Iranian nursing education with global higher education trends.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a historical overview of nursing education development in Iran.
- To analyze the economic and sociopolitical contexts influencing nursing education.
- To offer recommendations for advancing nursing education in Iran.
Main Methods:
- Historical analysis of nursing education policies and practices in Iran.
- Review of sociopolitical and economic factors impacting higher education.
- Synthesis of contemporary challenges and opportunities in nursing education.
Main Results:
- Nursing education in Iran has transitioned to university-based programs up to doctoral level.
- Students now access online professional journals and international doctoral programs.
- Despite progress, challenges remain in producing highly competent nurse practitioners.
Conclusions:
- Iranian nursing education has made substantial progress, mirroring global academic shifts.
- Continued development is essential to meet the demand for skilled nurse practitioners.
- Recommendations are provided to further enhance nursing education quality and accessibility.
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