Factors for attrition in an accelerated baccalaureate nursing program.

Area of Science:

• Nursing Education
• Higher Education

Background:

• Accelerated baccalaureate nursing programs are increasing.
• Limited research exists on students in these programs.
• Attrition in these programs is a growing concern.

Purpose of the Study:

• To explore factors predicting attrition in accelerated nursing students.
• To identify effective interventions for student support and retention.
• To propose solutions for reducing attrition rates.

Main Methods:

• Descriptive study design.
• Conducted at a midwestern school of nursing.
• Exploration of attrition predictors.

Main Results:

• Identified key factors influencing student attrition.
• Described successful interventions for student retention.
• Highlighted the link between retention and addressing the nursing shortage.

Conclusions:

• Retention of accelerated-degree students can help alleviate the nursing shortage.
• Proposes strategies to mitigate rising attrition rates in accelerated nursing programs.
• Emphasizes the need for further research and support systems.