Perfil de alunos de um curso técnico de enfermagem do município de Alfenas - MG

Abstract

In recent decades there has been an increasing number of Colleges of Nursing in the country and the growing interest in the course of Practical Nursing. Thus, this study sought to identify the profile of the student who is enrolled in Practical Nursing Course, the reasons which led him to choose this profession, and what were the expectations and job prospects and insertion in the labor market. Currently there is a growing need for qualified professionals in the health field, especially nursing at all levels in view of the high demand for these professionals in both public and private. To meet market demand and the difficulties of access to schools, Technical Course in Nursing is offered in two modes, ie, in person or remotely. Thus, regarding the training of nursing technicians and continuing education of these professionals should be seen as a priority, since the global environment is characterized by having a degree of modification very fast, strong competition between institutions and the violent market competition work. The present study aimed to "trace the demographic and socioeconomic profile of students of a nursing technical course." This is a descriptive study with quantitative approach. Data were collected by the author using an instrument containing semi-structured questions. The sample included 97 students who signed the consent form. The results indicate that the students of technical nursing are predominantly female. The age ranged from 17 to 57 years and most are between 17-31 years old, single, have a family income of two or more minimum wages and chose the profession for financial reasons. Most also evaluates the course as very good or excellent, and consider that the profession still has much to gain. The results of this study offers support for reflection of the course coordinators and teachers regarding the students' profile and consequently for decision making