ArticleBJPsych open2025
Characteristics of a good training placement in psychiatry: qualitative interview study of core trainees.
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backgroundClinical placements are essential in healthcare education, offering practical experience and skill development under experienced supervision. However, little research has explored the characteristics of effective psychiatry placements. Understanding the factors considered vital by psychiatry core trainees for a successful placement is crucial amid concerns about trainee attrition in psychiatry programmes.
aimsThis study aims to identify key elements that contribute to a successful psychiatric placement, as perceived by final-year core trainees.
methodThis qualitative study uses one-hour, semi-structured interviews with 15 core trainees in their final placement within the South London and Maudsley Training Programme. Interviews were guided by appreciative inquiry principles, and two independent researchers employed a classic thematic analysis method while maintaining appropriate reflexivity throughout.
resultsA central theme emerges regarding the importance of a well-designed learning environment, which includes a robust training infrastructure, psychological safety, active learning opportunities, access to role models and structured feedback. The supervisor-supervisee relationship is emphasised, with the ideal supervisor being both knowledgeable and empathetic and offering mentorship and pastoral support. These factors are key to professional growth, well-being and job satisfaction, and they are strongly linked to retention in the field.
conclusionCore trainees value placements that address foundational training needs and cultivate psychological safety while facilitating experiential learning. Addressing these aspects in training programmes enhances the educational experience and improves retention. Future research should explore supervisors' perspectives and examine how to balance ideal and practical supervisory roles.
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