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Preparing our future workforce: a qualitative exploration of dietetics practice educators' experiences.

K Morgan1, K L Campbell1, S Sargeant2

  • 1Faculty of Health Sciences and Medicine, Bond University, Gold Coast, QLD, Australia.

Journal of Human Nutrition and Dietetics : the Official Journal of the British Dietetic Association
|January 22, 2019
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Dietetics practice educators find satisfaction in nurturing future professionals but face systemic challenges. Enhancing placement scope and demonstrating contemporary practice competence are key for a relevant dietetics workforce.

Area of Science:

  • Dietetics Education
  • Health Professions Workforce Development
  • Clinical Supervision

Background:

  • Dietetics practice educators play a crucial role in training future dietitians.
  • Understanding their experiences and challenges is vital for effective workforce preparation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the experiences of dietetics practice educators.
  • To identify the challenges encountered in preparing the dietetics workforce.

Main Methods:

  • Interpretive description methodology guided the study.
  • Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 18 dietetics practice educators across Australia.
  • Data analysis involved inductive coding and template analysis by multiple researchers.
Keywords:
dietetics educationplacementpractice educatorsqualitative researchstudentsworkforce

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Main Results:

  • Educators derive satisfaction from student development and authentic learning.
  • Perceived systemic shortcomings and the need to broaden placement scope were identified.
  • Educators remain pragmatic, recognizing the value of student placements despite challenges.

Conclusions:

  • Practice educators benefit from their role despite facing challenges.
  • Further evidence is needed on demonstrating contemporary practice competence and broadening placement scope.
  • Strategies are required to support educators and ensure a relevant, responsive dietetics profession.