A Qualitative Study on Trainees' Perspective on the Benefits of Maternal and Child Health Pipeline Training Programs

The purpose of this qualitative study was to determine the benefits of the Maternal and Child Health Pipeline Training Program (MCHPTP) to the program participants. The MCHPTP exposes undergraduate students to a series of activities designed to introduce them to career choices in health or health-related professions, which serve maternal and child health populations. A qualitative research interview design was utilized to conduct this study. Data were collected from 15 undergraduate trainees at six Maternal and Child Health Pipeline Training Programs from colleges and universities across the U.S. The results showed that all the trainees would recommend the MCHPTP to other students, they were satisfied with their career interests, and there were many benefits of the MCHPTP.