Effective new nurse education requires skilled Clinical Nurse Educators (CNEs) with both pedagogical and clinical expertise. In South Korea, recent regulations have mandated the placement of CNEs in hospitals, but the existing one-day online theoretical course offers limited support for practical role preparation. In contrast, countries like the U.S. offer structured certification pathways. To address this gap, we developed a comprehensive training program based on microteaching, an evidence-based method for enhancing instructional skills through practice and feedback. This study aimed to design, implement, and evaluate a seven-day microteaching-based training program to enhance the competencies of Clinical Nurse Educators in South Korea. Using Kern’s six-step approach to curriculum development, we conducted literature reviews, expert consultations, and a needs assessment. The program focused on three core areas—academic teaching, clinical education, and professional coaching—and incorporated microteaching sessions with peer and faculty feedback. A total of 58 CNEs participated in the pilot program in 2023. The program received high satisfaction ratings (average 4.8/5.0), and knowledge assessment scores improved by 94.8%. Participants reported increased instructional confidence, particularly through simulation exercises. Competency scores rose 3.7-fold from baseline, confirming the program’s effectiveness. The microteaching-based training program effectively enhanced CNEs’ competencies across academic, clinical, and coaching domains. These findings support the integration of structured, practice-oriented education models to develop qualified nurse educators and improve the quality of clinical teaching.

Authors:
Soyoung Lee, Seoul National University Hospital, South Korea
Heui-Kyeong Kwon, Seoul National University Hospital, South Korea
Eunkyung Bang, Seoul National University Hospital, South Korea
Eunyoung Park, Seoul National University Hospital, South Korea
Yuseon Jang, Seoul National University Hospital, South Korea

About the Presenter(s)
Ms. Soyoung Lee is a nurse at Seoul National University Hospital, focusing on nursing education and educator training.

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