Tracer Study on the Employment Status of SMCB BSN Graduates of Academic Year 2022 – 2025

Graduate tracer studies are essential for evaluating the effectiveness of academic programs in preparing graduates for their careers and employment prospects. This research sought to assess the job status and employability of Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) graduates of St. Mary’s College of Baliuag, Inc. (SMCB) during the Academic Years 2022–2025, as well as to explore the challenges they encountered in their work environments. An online survey that has been validated was utilized to collect data from 31 alumni employing a mixed-methods explanatory sequential design. Findings indicated that most participants were women (70.97%) and successfully found jobs within months following graduation. Licensure results differed, as graduates effectively passed nursing exams at both local and international levels. Even with favorable employment results, some graduates faced difficulties like postponed licensure, restricted job prospects, temporary contracts, and inadequate pay. Results also indicated that clinical training, interpersonal skills, and institutional backing played a crucial role in enhancing graduates’ employability. The research emphasizes the success of SMCB’s nursing program in equipping graduates for employment and offers important perspectives for curriculum development, career assistance efforts, and ongoing program enhancement.

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