Quality of education in midwifery graduates of admitted students of Babol Medical University from 1992 to 1997

Abstract

Background and Objective: In evaluation of educational system in the universities, one of the methods is to study the quality of education status of graduates in different courses during their study. The aim of this study was to determine the educational quality of midwifery students of Babol Medical University. Methods: This descriptive and analytical study was performed on 120 midwifery graduates who admitted in Babol Medical University from 1992-97. Data was gathered by archive of the university’s education office. Findings: Quality of education status of students who entered the university from 1992 to 1997 was not satisfactory. Considering demographic status and quality of education, the results showed that the mean score of students under 20 years and single (16.6) in comparison to no dormitory’s students (16.1) was in better condition. There was a significant relationship between dormitory condition of students and their education status (P<0.008). Also, there was a significant relationship between quota that entered the university and quality of education (P<0.000). Conclusion: According to the results, it is recommended to improve admitted students and to provide necessary facilities for education of married students.

Keywords

• midwifery graduates
• educational status
• educational degree