Factors Influencing the Doctor of Medicine Career Choice Intention Among STEM Senior High School Students from a Private Educational Institution in Manila, Philippines
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https://doi.org/10.11594/ijmaber.03.06.10Keywords:
attitudes, career choice intention, career self-efficacy, medical doctor (MD), social influence, Theory of Planned BehaviorAbstract
The purpose of this study was to examine the relationship between career intention to pursue a Doctor of Medicine (MD) and attitudes, social influence (SI), and career self-efficacy (CSE) in STEM SHS students from a private educational institution in Manila, Philippines. The online survey drew a total of 103 purposively selected SHS students. The findings indicate that respondents have a strong intention to pursue a career in medicine, a favorable attitude toward MD careers, a moderate to a high SI, and a high CSE. The Spearman Rho Correlation revealed that their attitude, career self-efficacy, and social influence were all statistically significant factors of their intention to pursue a career in medicine. A positive attitude, combined with a high level of career self-efficacy and supportive family, teachers, and peers, all contribute to a student's decision to pursue a career in medicine.
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