Attributes contributing to the development of professionalism as described by dietetics students

  • Nico Nortje University of the Western Cape
Keywords: attributes, ethics education, healthcare education, professionalism, undergraduate medical students

Abstract

Internationally there is a renewed interest in professionalism and how to cultivate this among students. This study identifies and discusses the main attributes students view as important to develop professionalism. It is postulated that some important additions should be made to ethics programmes in order to enhance professionalism with students. (Full text available online at www.medpharm.tandfonline.com/ojcn) South Afr J Clin Nutr 2017; DOI: 10.1080/16070658.2016.1225367

Author Biography

Nico Nortje, University of the Western Cape
Department of Dietetics University of the Western Cape
Published
2017-03-29
How to Cite
Nortje, N. (2017). Attributes contributing to the development of professionalism as described by dietetics students. South African Journal of Clinical Nutrition, 30(1), 6-8. Retrieved from http://sajcn.co.za/index.php/SAJCN/article/view/1115
Issue
Vol 30 No 1 (2017)
Section
Original Research
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