Peer Mentorship in Clinical Education: Outcomes of a Pilot Programme for First Year Students.

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Title: Peer Mentorship in Clinical Education: Outcomes of a Pilot Programme for First Year Students.
Language: English
Authors: Yates, Patsy, Cunningham, Jackie, Moyle, Wendy
Source: Nurse Education Today. Dec 1997 17(6):508-514.
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 7
Publication Date: 1997
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Descriptors: Clinical Teaching (Health Professions), Higher Education, Mentors, Nursing Education, Peer Relationship, Pilot Projects, Social Support Groups
ISSN: 0260-6917
Abstract: Responses from 21 nursing students and 7 peer mentors indicated that most participated to practice clinical skills; mentees received considerable help in reducing anxiety and increasing self-confidence; timing and organization of mentoring sessions were a problem; and mentors also made personal gains. (SK)
Journal Code: CIJJUN1998
Entry Date: 1998
Accession Number: EJ556505
Database: ERIC
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Abstract:Responses from 21 nursing students and 7 peer mentors indicated that most participated to practice clinical skills; mentees received considerable help in reducing anxiety and increasing self-confidence; timing and organization of mentoring sessions were a problem; and mentors also made personal gains. (SK)
ISSN:0260-6917