Factors Influencing the Doctor of Medicine Career Choice Intention Among STEM Senior High School Students from a Private Educational Institution in Manila, Philippines

Proponent/s Name/s (Last Name, First Name, Middle Initial)

Alexa Lousie S. Amparo, De La Salle University Integrated School (Manila)
Audrey Carmela C. Angeles, De La Salle University Integrated School (Manila)
Angela Nicole M. Cabotaje, De La Salle University Integrated School (Manila)
Marianne Rose T. Seno, De La Salle University Integrated School (Manila)

Document Types

Paper Presentation

Research Advisor (Last Name, First Name, Middle Initial)

Myla M. Arcinas

Abstract/Executive Summary

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 desire to pursue a career in medicine, a favorable attitude toward MD careers, a moderate to a high SI, and a high CSE. 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.

Keywords

medical doctor (MD), attitudes, social influence, career self-efficacy, career choice intention

Research Theme (for Paper Presentation and Poster Presentation submissions only)

Gender, Human Development, and the Individual (GHI)