Challenges and opportunities in competency-based midwifery education: Insights from Moroccan educators.

IF 1 4区医学 Q4 PUBLIC, ENVIRONMENTAL & OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH

African journal of reproductive health Pub Date : 2025-08-26 DOI:10.29063/ajrh2025/v29i8.8

Loubna Naji, Samia Boussa, Ahmed Rhassane El Adib

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Abstract

This study explores midwifery educators' perceptions of implementing the competency-based approach (CBA) in Morocco's Higher Institutes of Nursing and Health Technical Professions (ISPITS), following national reforms to align training with international standards. Using a qualitative design based on semi-structured interviews with midwife's educators in the Marrakech Safi region, the research highlights the transformative impact of CBA on pedagogical practices. Thematic analysis revealed five major themes: pedagogical transformation, holistic perspective, objectives and imperatives, competency development and assessment, and institutional and pedagogical constraints. Educators recognize CBA as enhancing student engagement, adaptability, and clinical judgment, yet face challenges including infrastructure gaps, workload, and language barriers. The study underscores the need for institutional support, formative assessments, faculty training, and the use of simulation and mentorship to bridge theory and practice. These findings contribute to optimizing CBA implementation and strengthening midwifery education to meet Morocco's healthcare needs.

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以能力为基础的助产教育的挑战和机遇：来自摩洛哥教育者的见解。

本研究探讨了助产士教育工作者对在摩洛哥高等护理和卫生技术专业学院（ISPITS）实施基于能力的方法（CBA）的看法，随后进行了使培训与国际标准保持一致的国家改革。本研究采用基于对马拉喀什萨菲地区助产士教育工作者半结构化访谈的定性设计，强调了CBA对教学实践的变革性影响。专题分析揭示了五大主题：教学转型、整体视角、目标与要求、能力发展与评估、制度与教学约束。教育工作者认识到CBA可以提高学生的参与度、适应能力和临床判断能力，但也面临着基础设施差距、工作量和语言障碍等挑战。该研究强调了机构支持、形成性评估、教师培训以及使用模拟和指导来连接理论和实践的必要性。这些发现有助于优化CBA的实施和加强助产教育，以满足摩洛哥的医疗保健需求。

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African journal of reproductive health PUBLIC, ENVIRONMENTAL & OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH-

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10.00%

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期刊介绍： The African Journal of Reproductive Health is a multidisciplinary and international journal that publishes original research, comprehensive review articles, short reports, and commentaries on reproductive heath in Africa. The journal strives to provide a forum for African authors, as well as others working in Africa, to share findings on all aspects of reproductive health, and to disseminate innovative, relevant and useful information on reproductive health throughout the continent.