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Health Sciences
Education
Social Sciences

Background:

High demand for midwifery courses presents challenges.
Student attrition rates in midwifery programs are a significant concern.

Purpose of the Study:

To investigate the motivations and beliefs of new midwifery students.
To understand factors contributing to high student attrition in midwifery programs.

Main Methods:

Qualitative analysis of reflective essays from commencing midwifery students.
Study conducted with 41 participants in Melbourne, Australia in 2008.

Main Results:

Key motivations identified: altruism, fascination with pregnancy/birth, and career satisfaction.
Students often hold idealized perceptions of midwifery practice.

Conclusions:

Idealized views can lead to student disillusionment and attrition.
Enhanced support is needed to help students develop realistic expectations.
Effective socialization into clinical practice is crucial for student retention.