Assessing the Effectiveness of the In-Person Nursing Education System in Guyana

Abstract

This study evaluates the effectiveness of the traditional in-person nursing education system provided by Health Sciences Education, Ministry of Health, Guyana. Employing a mixed-methods approach, the research integrates both quantitative and qualitative methodologies to comprehensively assess the system’s strengths and limitations. Data were collected from four hundred (401) nursing students who responded to a survey focusing on key aspects such as teaching methodologies, resource availability, and alignment with the evolving healthcare needs of the country. As Guyana’s healthcare system rapidly expands, the demand for competent nursing professionals has intensified. Ensuring that nursing education effectively prepares graduates to meet these demands is critical. This evaluation provides essential insights for educators and policymakers to enhance nursing training programmes. The findings reveal both strengths and significant gaps in the current system, particularly in areas related to curriculum relevance, faculty development, and resource allocation. Based on the results, this study recommends curriculum enhancement, faculty capacity-building, and improved resource allocation to better equip nursing graduates for real-world healthcare challenges. Strengthening the nursing education framework is essential to sustaining high-quality healthcare services in Guyana.