Highlights from the 2024 Survey:
- Perception of Programmes: Respondents continue to describe their programmes positively, with words like “supportive,” “thorough,” and “valuable.” 78% agreed their programme prepared them well for practice.
- Interprofessional Education: While 70% acknowledged its importance, 8% reported no engagement with other professional groups, highlighting an area for improvement.
- Service User Engagement: There has been a notable improvement in service user involvement, reflecting efforts to enhance this area.
- Practice-Based Learning: 80% agreed their practice-based learning effectively developed the skills and knowledge needed for professional practice. Respondents also found the requirements of practice-based learning clear.
- Preceptorship Support:
- Mixed experiences, with some feeling unsupported, especially in the early months, impacting mental health.
- 28% reported not having a structured learning period, though this is a 6% improvement from last year.
- Preceptorship periods remain short for some, with 27% reporting durations of 1-3 months or less.
- Alignment with Learning Objectives: 67% agreed their academic work aligned with learning objectives, slightly lower than in 2023, partly due to staffing challenges in education providers.
- Artificial Intelligence: Many respondents reported minimal interaction with AI during their studies, highlighting potential gaps in integrating emerging technologies.
Next Steps:
We are using these findings to guide our performance review process, encouraging education providers to reflect on specific areas of improvement. These insights will continue to shape our quality assurance work, ensuring education aligns with our public protection remit.
For more detailed information, you can read the full report.