Qualitative Research in Health and Social Care in the United Kingdom

Role of Self-Efficacy

Self-efficacy influences apprentices’ confidence to develop skills and competence in complex health care environments.

Workplace Influences

Organisational culture, mentoring, and feedback shape apprentices’ self-efficacy and learning engagement

Research Focus

This study explores underlying mechanisms affecting self-efficacy using qualitative methods and Critical Realism.

Practical Implications

Improving self-efficacy enhances learner engagement, performance, retention, and workforce resilience in health care.