Xi Cao
Sichuan University, China
Title: The training differences between Master of Nursing Specialist and Master of Science in Nursing: A qualitative study
Biography
Biography: Xi Cao
Abstract
Objective: To explore the training differences between Master of Nursing Specialist and Master of Science in Nursing, and to provide references for the training model of the Master of Nursing. Methods: Twenty-four interviewees, who were students studying in school and graduating from colleges for master’s degree in nursing, nursing postgraduate tutors and the colleges of nursing leaders were investigated by using semi-structured interview in an attempt to collect their views on the training differences. Then data were analyzed by using Colaizzi’s seven steps of phenomenological studies. Results: The training differences between Master of Nursing Specialist and Master of Science in Nursing included the training objectives, curriculum plan, scientific research ability and clinical ability, and clinical practice period. Moreover, the differences about dissertation were quantity of the published papers, journal level, paper design, and thesis subject selection. Six interviewees thought the dissertation category should been limited, eleven interviewees said no, others said nothing. Conclusion: In order to guarantee the training quality of the Master of Nursing and improve the level of clinical and scientific research, it is important to perfect the training program, establish the authoritative, standard and uniform training system and practice assessment mechanism.