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T Dowswell1, J Hewison, B Millar

  • 1Department of Psychology, University of Leeds, England.

Journal of Advanced Nursing
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Enrolled nurses (ENs) undertaking conversion courses to meet Project 2000 standards felt pressured to participate. The training impacted their work and home lives, with implications for study leave policies.

Area of Science:

  • Nursing Education
  • Healthcare Workforce Development

Background:

  • Project 2000 aimed to standardize nurse training by phasing out Enrolled Nurse (EN) qualifications.
  • Conversion courses were established for ENs to upgrade their training to a single level of entry.
  • Continuing education and training are vital components of the National Health Service (NHS) workforce strategy.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the motivations and experiences of ENs undertaking an open-learning conversion course.
  • To understand the impact of conversion courses on the professional and personal lives of nurses.
  • To identify implications for National Health Service (NHS) study leave policies.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative analysis of interviews with sixteen nurses participating in an open-learning conversion course.

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  • Exploration of participant motivations, perceived pressures, and life changes associated with the course.
  • Focus on the lived experiences of nurses navigating educational transitions.

    • Main Results:

    • All interviewed nurses reported feeling pressured to enroll in the conversion course.
    • Participation in the course led to reported changes in both work and home life dynamics.
    • The transition to a single level of nurse training presented challenges and adaptations for ENs.

    Conclusions:

    • The findings highlight the significant impact of mandatory training on nurses' lives.
    • There is a need to review study leave policies to better support nurses undertaking professional development.
    • Understanding the pressures and impacts of educational reforms is crucial for effective healthcare workforce management.