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ArticleMateria socio-medica2024

Insights Into the Employability of Midwifery Graduates. A Case Study of the International Hellenic University.

Anatoli Theodoridou, Zoi Koukou, Eleftheria Taousani, Eleni Katsantoni, Angeliki Antonakou

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Article in Materia socio-medica, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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Anatoli TheodoridouMidwifery Department, School of Health Sciences, International Hellenic University, Thessaloniki, Greece.
Zoi KoukouMidwifery Department, School of Health Sciences, International Hellenic University, Thessaloniki, Greece.
Eleftheria TaousaniMidwifery Department, School of Health Sciences, International Hellenic University, Thessaloniki, Greece.
Eleni KatsantoniMidwifery Department, School of Health Sciences, International Hellenic University, Thessaloniki, Greece.
Angeliki AntonakouMidwifery Department, School of Health Sciences, International Hellenic University, Thessaloniki, Greece.
International Hellenic University · GR

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Abstract

Background: This study examines the employability and career trajectories of International Hellenic University's (IHU) midwifery students who graduated between 2016 to 2021, with a focus on undergraduate curriculum changes. Objective: To comprehensively examine the post-graduation journey of recent IHU Midwifery graduates. This includes shedding light on their employment trajectories, satisfaction levels, and the practical application of academic knowledge. Through this exploration, the study seeks to inform educational strategies to ensure alignment with the evolving needs of midwifery professionals in Greece. Methods: Online questionnaires that explored post-graduation experiences, perspectives on the study program, and future plans. The questionnaires consisted of a mix of open and closed-ended questions and were completed by 273 recipients. The study was conducted from May to September 2023, with participant anonymity maintained. Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS. Results: This study revealed differences between graduates of the 'old' and 'new' midwifery undergraduate curriculum. There were notable variations in the perceived impact of the six-month internship on employment. The study also highlighted the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on educational experiences, emphasizing the nuanced challenges faced during clinical practice, practical training, and simulation training. Finally, the self-employed professionals and those employed in the public sector expressed higher satisfaction with the alignment of their employment with their undergraduate studies, than their counterparts in the private sector (p=0.038). Conclusions: Our study offers valuable insights into job placement, knowledge sufficiency, and the impact of the pandemic on midwifery undergraduate education. These findings can guide tailored strategies for improved education and holistic professional development, ultimately enhancing maternal and neonatal care.

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