Article ID: 20241127259
Objective: This study aimed to develop a self-evaluation scale for assessing the competencies of continuing nursing educators (CNE Competency Scale) and to evaluate its validity and reliability. Methods: Items for the scale were derived from a literature review, and 60 items were selected based on evaluations of content and face validity by nurses experienced in providing continuing nursing education. A questionnaire-based survey was conducted with 501 continuing nursing educators from 214 hospitals in Japan having 400 or more beds. The scale’s validity and reliability were assessed. Results: A total of 301 valid responses were analyzed. Factor analysis identified 34 items grouped into the following six factors: [personal characteristics suitable for educators], [planning and evaluating educational activities], [skills to influence others], [practicing education tailored to learners], [supporting lifelong learning], and [creating and utilizing research results]. The scale demonstrated good model fit, high convergent validity, known group validity, and excellent reliability (α=.95). Conclusions: The CNE Competency Scale is a valid and reliable tool.
