Experiences of Minoritized Allied Health Students Seeking Meaningful Institutional Relationships: A Focus Group Study Exploring Supports and Barriers
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Summary
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Area Of Science
- Health Professions Education
- Higher Education
- Sociology of Education
Background
- Underrepresentation of minoritized groups in allied health professions.
- Graduate degree requirements for certified practitioners.
- Predominantly white institutions (PWIs) present unique challenges.
Purpose Of The Study
- Identify factors influencing graduate school persistence for minoritized undergraduates.
- Examine experiences within a southeastern US college of allied health.
- Understand perspectives on pursuing graduate-level education.
Main Methods
- Qualitative study utilizing focus groups with 11 junior and senior undergraduates.
- Phenomenological approach to analyze student experiences and perspectives.
- Coding of responses for themes and subthemes related to graduate school transition.
Main Results
- Personal determination and strong faculty/peer relationships are crucial for success.
- Barriers include perceived invisibility and limited institutional inclusion.
- Personal challenges such as financial constraints and lack of family support impede progress.
Conclusions
- Faculty-student relationships, especially mentorship, are vital for minoritized students.
- Addressing institutional and personal barriers can improve graduate school transition rates.
- Enhancing inclusion and support systems is key to diversifying healthcare professions.
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