Readiness of non-teaching personnel in school health services and clinic management in public schools of Virac, Catanduanes /
Ubalde, Irys A.
Readiness of non-teaching personnel in school health services and clinic management in public schools of Virac, Catanduanes / Irys A. Ubalde - 180 leaves
Masters Thesis (MAN) - Nursing
Includes bibliographical references.
School health services are an essential component of the educational system, playing vital role in promoting student health, preventing illnesses, and providing immediate care for injuries and health emergencies. This quantitative study assessed the readiness among non-teaching personnel in school health services and clinic management in public schools of Virac, Catanduanes. A descriptive correlational design using questionnaire was employed, involving 77 respondents. Data were analyzed using percentages, weighted means, and Spearman's rank correlation.
The result revealed that the majority of non-teaching personnel are college graduates. Most are aged 45-49, hold the position of Principal I, and have been on their roles for 6-10 years. The study found an equal representation of both sexes, with a small number having a background in healthcare. Overall, there is implementation of School Health Services and Clinic Management in the public schools of Virac, Catanduanes.
The non-teaching personnel in public schools are somewhat ready for school health services and clinic management as evidenced by their basic knowledge of medications for common minor ailments. Additionally, their attitudes and practices show readiness to recognize the importance of school health services and clinic management. Readiness was moderately affected by internal factors and strongly affected by external factors. Educational attainment was significantly associated with knowledge and practices, while position influenced attitudes. Internal factors showed no significant correlation with readiness, while external factors were strongly linked to knowledge and practices. The study proposes a training program to improve readiness among non-teaching personnel in school health services and clinic management in Virac, Catanduanes.
School health services--Virac, Catanduanes.
Clinic management.
Readiness of non-teaching personnel in school health services and clinic management in public schools of Virac, Catanduanes / Irys A. Ubalde - 180 leaves
Masters Thesis (MAN) - Nursing
Includes bibliographical references.
School health services are an essential component of the educational system, playing vital role in promoting student health, preventing illnesses, and providing immediate care for injuries and health emergencies. This quantitative study assessed the readiness among non-teaching personnel in school health services and clinic management in public schools of Virac, Catanduanes. A descriptive correlational design using questionnaire was employed, involving 77 respondents. Data were analyzed using percentages, weighted means, and Spearman's rank correlation.
The result revealed that the majority of non-teaching personnel are college graduates. Most are aged 45-49, hold the position of Principal I, and have been on their roles for 6-10 years. The study found an equal representation of both sexes, with a small number having a background in healthcare. Overall, there is implementation of School Health Services and Clinic Management in the public schools of Virac, Catanduanes.
The non-teaching personnel in public schools are somewhat ready for school health services and clinic management as evidenced by their basic knowledge of medications for common minor ailments. Additionally, their attitudes and practices show readiness to recognize the importance of school health services and clinic management. Readiness was moderately affected by internal factors and strongly affected by external factors. Educational attainment was significantly associated with knowledge and practices, while position influenced attitudes. Internal factors showed no significant correlation with readiness, while external factors were strongly linked to knowledge and practices. The study proposes a training program to improve readiness among non-teaching personnel in school health services and clinic management in Virac, Catanduanes.
School health services--Virac, Catanduanes.
Clinic management.