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Social selection and professional regulation for Master's degrees for nurses
1UCD School of Nursing, Midwifery & Health Systems, University College Dublin, Dublin, Ireland. jonathan.drennan@ucd.ie
Journal of Advanced Nursing
|August 30, 2008
Summary
Clinical nursing providers and academics differ on Master's degree admissions for registered nurses. Effective partnerships are crucial for aligning perceptions and ensuring high standards in advanced nursing education.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Higher Education Policy
- Healthcare Workforce Development
Background:
- Concerns exist regarding declining standards in Master's programs due to proliferation.
- Master's programs in nursing remain under-researched despite expansion.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the perspectives of clinical nursing providers and academic faculty on Master's degree admissions for registered nurses.
- To identify differences in stakeholder perceptions regarding selection criteria for advanced nursing education.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative study employing in-depth interviews with 15 stakeholders.
- Convenience and snowball sampling strategies utilized.
- Thematic content analysis applied to interview data.
Main Results:
- Service providers focused on regulatory practices and candidate suitability for Master's-level education.
- Academics prioritized educational admission practices with fewer concerns about applicant career plans.
- Divergent perceptions between clinical and academic stakeholders regarding Master's program entry.
Conclusions:
- Highly skilled nurses are essential for effective patient care, achievable through Master's degrees.
- Developing strong partnerships between clinical providers and academics is vital.
- Understanding and aligning stakeholder perceptions can enhance Master's program admissions and nursing workforce quality.
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