To identify the social and emotional competencies (SEC) that medical students need for their future career development.
Approach:
Methodology: Semi-structured one-to-one interviews were conducted with clinicians (n = 7), medical students (n = 15), and medical teachers (n = 10) from diverse specialties, institutions, and training levels. Data were transcribed and analyzed using NVivo software through …
Key Findings:
Three major themes were identified: (1) Social and emotional competencies required for future careers, including key competencies and their impact on development; (2) The current status and challenges in SEC cultivation, covering manifestations and influencing factors; and (3) Recommendations for training, emphasizing assessment, training subjects, and strategies.
Interpretation:
The study clarifies specific SEC requirements for medical careers and reveals complex influencing factors.
Limitations:
The study may not capture the full range of perspectives due to the limited sample size.
Findings may not be generalizable across all medical education contexts.
Conclusion:
The study clarifies specific SEC requirements for medical careers and reveals complex influencing factors.
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