Shared learning between health visitors and district nurses: placebo or panacea?

There is an assumption that shared learning between health visitors and district nurses at the time of their initial preparation for the professional role promotes positivity and fosters team-working. The present study addressed a gap within the current state of scientific knowledge and understanding of the effect of shared learning between health visitor and district nurse students. The results suggest that shared learning is likely to be a more positive experience for some students than for others. The practical implications are discussed and recommendations made for educational practice.