Validation of Clinical Supervision Questionnaires Using Exploratory Factor Analysis (Efa) For Nursing Students in Selected Private Nursing Colleges Malaysia: A Pilot Test

Abstract

This study utilised Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) to investigate nursing students' experiences with clinical supervision. EFA identified four principal factors: clinical supervision support, instructor-student relationship, time management and perceived value, and negative perceptions of supervision. The research involved 105 nursing students and employed the Manchester Clinical Supervision Scale (MCSS) to evaluate their experiences. EFA confirmed the validity of data from clinical supervision questionnaires among Malaysian private nursing. students, ensuring accurate representation of constructs. The study addresses factor extraction criteria, rotation methods, factor loadings, and implications for future research.

Conclusion and Implications: Clinical supervision is widely acknowledged for its role in skill development for students in clinical settings. However, some students find it intrusive or time-consuming. Improving instructor-student relationships and managing time constraints may enhance the overall effectiveness of student supervision. Future research should validate these findings through Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) and explore strategies to optimize clinical supervision in nursing education.