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Using Learning Outcome Measures to assess Doctoral Nursing Education
Published on: June 21, 2010
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Universities report drop in nursing degree applications.
Summary
Nursing degree course applications are decreasing for the upcoming academic year. Universities, however, remain confident in meeting their enrollment targets for nursing programs.
Area of Science:
- Higher Education
- Nursing Education
- Healthcare Workforce
Background:
- Nursing degree course applications show a downward trend for the forthcoming academic year.
- Universities have reported a decrease in applications to nursing programs.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report on the current trends in nursing degree applications.
- To gauge university confidence in meeting nursing enrollment targets despite application declines.
Main Methods:
- Data collection from universities regarding nursing degree applications.
- Reporting by Nursing Standard on institutional confidence in recruitment.
Main Results:
- A decrease in applications for nursing degree courses has been observed.
- Universities express confidence in achieving their recruitment targets for nursing students.
Conclusions:
- Despite lower application numbers, universities anticipate successful recruitment for nursing courses.
- The nursing education sector faces application challenges but remains optimistic about future enrollment.
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