The Nursing and Midwifery Directorate of Korle Bu Teaching Hospital (KBTH) organised a three-day preceptorship training programme to strengthen clinical teaching, mentorship and professional development among preceptors.
The programme, which commenced on 30 June 2026 at the In-Service Training Unit, was officially opened by the Director of Nursing and Midwifery Services, Madam Aimee Akotey. She commended participants for their commitment to mentoring students and newly qualified staff, emphasising the importance of quality clinical mentorship in improving patient care and developing a competent healthcare workforce.
The first presentation was delivered by Madam Solace Goka, Deputy Chief Nursing Officer of the Training and Research Unit, who introduced the concept of preceptorship. She outlined the responsibilities of preceptors in guiding, supervising, supporting and assessing preceptees throughout their clinical practice. She also highlighted the complementary responsibilities of preceptees, stressing professionalism, accountability and a commitment to continuous learning.
The session concluded with discussions on best practices for fostering effective preceptor-preceptee relationships.
Madam Mavis Armah-Mensah, Chief Nursing Officer of the Trauma Unit, facilitated a session on quality clinical teaching. She explored effective teaching strategies, reflective practice, adult learning principles, clinical supervision and approaches to managing challenging teaching situations.
She reminded participants that effective preceptors serve not only as educators but also as role models, mentors, evaluators and supporters whose professionalism and conduct significantly influence the learning experiences of preceptees.
Other presentations focused on key aspects of clinical education and professional practice. Dr Bernice Addom, Deputy Chief Midwifery Officer for Nursing and Midwifery Practice, delivered sessions on the orientation guide for new staff, the reporting template for preceptors and the students' exit survey.
Madam Mavis Armah-Mensah also led discussions on documentation, professional grooming and therapeutic communication, while Madam Diana Glover, Senior Health Tutor at the Nursing and Midwifery Training College, demonstrated the effective use of evaluation forms, logbooks and other assessment tools for monitoring students' clinical performance.
The training programme was highly interactive and informative, providing participants with practical knowledge and skills to strengthen their effectiveness as preceptors. Participants were encouraged to share experiences, engage actively in discussions and apply the knowledge gained to enhance clinical teaching and mentorship within their respective units.
The programme concluded with closing remarks by Madam Akotey, who expressed appreciation to the facilitators and participants for their active engagement throughout the training.
She reaffirmed the Directorate's commitment to strengthening clinical education through continuous professional development and emphasised that effective preceptorship remains essential to delivering safe, high-quality patient care.
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