The Korean Journal of Emergency Medical Services (한국응급구조학회지)

The Korea Society of Emergency Medical Services (한국응급구조학회)
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Relationship between career identity, career decision level and career preparation behavior of paramedic students after clinical practice

임상실습을 경험한 응급구조학과 학생들의 진로정체감, 진로결정수준 및 진로준비행동의 관계

  • Mi-Young Choi (Department of Paramedicine, Kangwon National University) ;
  • Min-Ju Kang (Department of Paramedicine, Kyungil University) ;
  • Jeong-Mi Ju (Department of Paramedicine, Daejeon University)
  • Received : 2024.06.30
  • Accepted : 2024.08.13
  • Published : 2024.08.31
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Abstract

Purpose: This study investigated career identity, decision-making, and preparation behaviors among emergency medical service (EMS) students after clinical practice, aiming to enhance their career guidance by identifying influential factors. Methods: This study targeted 178 students enrolled in the Department of Paramedicine in K-do, G-do, and D metropolitan cities. Data were collected between March 14th and April 30, 2024. The collected data were analyzed using SPSS 25.0, employing techniques such as frequency, correlation, and multiple regression analyses. Results: The findings indicated that components of career identity, encompassing affective and cognitive aspects, exerted significant effects on career decision levels (career assurance and career indecision) (p<.01, p<.001), whereas behavioral factors influenced aspects of career preparation, such as tool preparation, information collection, and practical effort(p<.001). Moreover, career decision levels (career assurance and career indecision) were found to affect information collection, a subcomponent of career preparation(p<.05, p<.01). Conclusion: Considering these factors and actively empathizing with and counseling students would lead to effective career guidance in the field of Emergency Medical Services.

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