Triangulation Research Research Articles

Perceptions of Educators on Simultaneous Implementation of Education 5.0 and Modularisation in Higher Education Sector

The government of Zimbabwe initiated a radical higher education reform programme in 2019, culminating in the simultaneous implementation of Education 5.0 and modularization. This mixed methods study employed concurrent triangulation research design to examine the compatibility of these reforms at Chinhoyi University of Technology by surveying 32 educators from various schools. The majority of educators believed that modularization enabled students to focus on one module at a time, master the content, and utilize limited resources more effectively. Modularization also afforded educators more time for research and non-teaching activities, flexibility in teaching methods, and enhanced student-educator interaction. However, educators disagreed that modularization aligned with Education 5.0, citing concerns that it placed students in a continuous examination mode and failed to facilitate connections between module content to address societal challenges. The study concludes by recommending the realignment of teaching and learning timetables to facilitate content connections, free time for educators, and student participation in innovation and industrialization activities, thereby optimizing the simultaneous implementation of Education 5.0 and modularization.

Influence of Infrastructural Choices Strategy on Organizational Performance of Cements Manufacturing Firms in Kenya

Purpose: To determine the influence of infrastructural choices strategy on organizational performance of cements manufacturing firms in Kenya. Methodology: A mixed methods approach was used in the investigation. The study utilized a concurrent triangulation research design. The unit of analysis comprised of seven (7) cement manufacturing firms, targeting all the 4192 employees from where a sample size of 365 employees was drawn. The data collection tools comprised of semi-structured questionnaires and interview guides. The interview guide was administered to the CEOs while the questionnaires were administered to the managers and non-managers. The study tools were piloted to assess their validity and reliability. The data was then analyzed both descriptively and inferentially using SPSS version 27. Quantitative data was analyzed using means and standard deviations while qualitative data was analyzed using content analysis. To make the number of variables more manageable, the data was subsequently subjected to exploratory factor analysis. Findings: The results of the study revealed that infrastructural choice strategies have been employed by cement manufacturing firms to a good extent. The regression results obtained also led to the rejection of the null hypotheses since infrastructural choice strategies were found to have a positive and significant influence on organizational performance. Unique Contribution to Theory, Policy and Practice: The study recommended, based on these results that the management of individual cement firms need to identify appropriate infrastructural choice strategies and leverage on them in order to achieve efficient and effective utilization of their scarce resources at organizational level.

Influence of Risk Transfer on Implementation of Kerra Road Construction Projects between 2019 and 2023 in Migori County, Kenya

The implementation of Kenya Rural Roads Authority (KeRRA) construction projects faces high levels of risk, but these risks are often not adequately addressed, which is reflected in the low quality of work, as well as cost and time overruns. The purpose of this study was to determine the influence of risk transfer on the implementation of KeRRA road construction projects in Migori County, Kenya. Implementation was measured as a function of project completion within the set time frame and staying within budget. This study was anchored on project implementation theory, which provides a foundation for examining the influence of the variables under study. A concurrent triangulation research design was used, as it incorporates both qualitative and quantitative aspects of the research study. The target population for the study consisted of 92 contractors, 459 constituency roads committee (CRC) members, and 2 consultant engineers. Using a sampling size formula, a total of 39 contractors and 193 CRC members were selected through simple random sampling. Two (2) consultant engineers for Migori County were selected using purposive sampling. Primary data was obtained through self-administered questionnaires to contractors and CRC members, while Key Informant Interviews (KII) were conducted with the consultant engineers. The validity of the research instruments was ensured through piloting and expert evaluation. Inferential statistics, specifically Multiple Linear Regression, were applied to determine the influence of risk transfer strategies on the implementation of KeRRA road construction projects, by testing the hypotheses for the study. Statistical significance was assessed at p < 0.05. Qualitative data obtained from the interviews were analyzed using content analysis. The study found that risk transfer strategies are mostly employed during the construction of roads in Migori County (M = 3.77, SD = 0.86) and accounted for 70.0% of the variation in the implementation of the projects. The study concluded that improvement in risk transfer strategies leads to an increase in the implementation of KeRRA road construction projects in Migori County. The study recommends that, to ensure risk transfer is properly undertaken, a system of risk reporting and remedial actions should be activated to ensure a smooth and effective road project implementation process. Additionally, KeRRA should ensure that all manpower and machinery used in road construction are insured and properly certified in accordance with occupational safety and health standards and policies.

Development of Risk-Based Methodologies for Highway Pavement Construction Inspection

Construction inspection plays a critical role in Portland cement concrete pavement (PCCP) and hot mix asphalt (HMA) pavement projects. To ensure the quality of pavement projects, state departments of transportation (DOTs) in the U.S. typically conduct construction material tests and inspect workmanship processes using quality assurance (QA) programs. Given today’s reality of reduced QA inspection resources such as funding, staff ability, and availability, several state DOTs have used a risk-based inspection (RBI) approach to optimize their QA processes. A thorough review of existing literature revealed limited studies examining RBI methodologies in highway pavement construction projects. The aim of this study is to investigate the use of RBI for pavement construction projects. It employed a triangulation research methodology, including an extensive literature review, a survey questionnaire of 50 state DOTs, focus groups, and a vetting workshop. A list of 16 core items in field inspection for both PCCP and HMA pavement projects was developed and verified. A generic risk rating of these critical inspection activities was determined. Additionally, inspection frequency, documentation effort, and inspector experience associated with these critical inspection activities identified through focus groups and the vetting workshop served as a reference point when conducting RBI for PCCP and HMA pavement projects. This study contributes to the body of knowledge and the highway construction industry by identifying and prioritizing 16 core inspection items for PCCP and HMA pavement construction. Construction project managers and inspectors may benefit from this study by analyzing the risks of core inspection items and implementing appropriate risk mitigation plans.

Co‐Designing Nurse Practitioner Roles in a Tertiary Hospital: A Qualitative Exploration of Patterns and Underlying Dynamics

ABSTRACTAimsTo explore patterns and dynamics during the co‐design process of nurse practitioners' role development in three departments in a Belgian tertiary hospital.DesignParticipatory action research was utilised in conjunction with principles of a Grounded Theory approach to explore patterns and dynamics.MethodsSixteen meetings were conducted between January and June 2021 with interdisciplinary teams to develop the roles. Thirteen exploratory interviews were held with the stakeholders involved between March and June 2022. All meetings and interviews were recorded and transcribed verbatim. Data were systematically analysed using researcher triangulation and thematic analysis.ResultsStakeholders' initial conception of the nurse practitioner roles affected development. A dynamic interplay of individual, team‐related and contextual (e.g., financial and legal) factors shaped these conceptions. Through co‐design, stakeholders' conception evolved as insights were shared, misconceptions challenged and perspectives broadened. Physicians generally the developmental process, while nursing leadership was more fragmented.ConclusionThis study identifies patterns and dynamics in interdisciplinary teams during the developmental process. The key findings underpin the crucial role of stakeholders' conceptions, use of co‐design and leadership in this process. Therefore, a thorough understanding of initial conceptions is ess, and efforts should be directed towards providing sufficient knowledge and experience to prevent misconceptions. Additionally, this study emphasises the significance of a balanced team composition that incorporates diverse conceptions of the role. Finally, actions should be taken to empower leadership among nurses.ImpactIdentified dynamics offer insights for healthcare organisations developing nurse practitioner roles. Educational institutions can use these insights to enhance healthcare professionals' curricula, preparing healthcare professionals for evolving advanced nursing roles and leadership. Additionally, it emphasises the necessity for policy work to establish a legal framework for nurse practitioners in Belgium.Reporting MethodThe ‘Standards for Reporting Qualitative Research’ were used for reporting.Patient or Public ContributionThis study did not involve direct participation from patients or the public.

IMPLEMENTASI KONSEP MUROBBI DALAM BIMBINGAN KONSELING SANTRI DI PONDOK PESANTREN DARUL AMANAH BEDONO JAMBU KABUPATEN SEMARANG

Recently, the education system has transformed with the integration of Islamic boarding schools and formal education, known as the modern Islamic boarding school education system. Each institution has its own issues, but they prioritize Quran memorization, foreign languages, leadership, management, teaching materials, parenting, local culture, and religion. This study aims to examine the Murobbi superior program at Darul Amanah Bedono Islamic Boarding School in Semarang Regency. Quoting from Abdul Rahman's essay entitled "The Concept of Murabbi in the Qur'an" Ibnu Jauzī found that the importance of knowledge lies in the disclosure of a murabbī. The author uses a qualitative descriptive method in this study to collect secondary data from journals, books, theses, and websites, along with data and researcher triangulation. The results of this research are based on the theory of counseling guidance services through murobbi, from here the word "murobbi" becomes a new term used instead of the word "caregiving". From this, the Murobbi concept from the perspective of Islamic education which is applied in the education system at the Darul Amanah Bedono Islamic Boarding School institution is very effective and efficient, because it is not only the students who receive lessons, but the Murobbi also gain new experience and knowledge regarding, 1) how to educate , 2) fostering, 3) nurturing, and 4) supervising students. The results suggest that using the Murobbi concept in counseling is beneficial due to its positive impact on guiding, caring, educating, and learning.

Implementasi Manajemen Sarana dan Prasarana di Madrasah Tsanawiyah Negeri 2 Deli Serdang

This research aims to determine the condition of educational facilities and infrastructure, the management of educational facilities and infrastructure, as well as what supporting and inhibiting factors exist in implementing existing facilities and infrastructure at Madrasah Tsanawiyah Negeri 2 Deli Serdang. The method used in this research is descriptive qualitative with data collection techniques in the form of interviews and observations supported by data and documentation such as photos of madrasa facilities and infrastructure. The research subjects are the head of the madrasa, deputy head of the madrasa for facilities and infrastructure and curriculum as well as administrative staff at MTsN 2 Deli Serdang. Data analysis techniques using data collection, data reduction, data presentation and drawing conclusions. Data validity techniques with research expansion, increased persistence, and triangulation.

Development of a competency-based assessment template for oncology nursing: A participatory action research study

AimThe main objective of this study was to collaboratively develop a competency-based assessment template for oncology nurses. BackgroundThe care of oncology patients and their families requires very specific knowledge and skills, as well as that nurses are trained not only in theoretical and practical knowledge but also in competencies. There is a lack of specific tools to assess competencies in oncology and it is important to include students in the learning process. DesignThis study has a Participatory Action Research. MethodsA focus group was conducted for data collection. The process consisted of 4 phases: 1- Identification of the problem; 2- Planning of the change; 3- Realization of the change; 4- Effect of the change and reflection. A purposive sampling where all the students of the master's degree in oncology nursing who wished to participate voluntarily were selected. A total of 23 students participated. The information was recorded and fully transcribed. Triangulation of researchers was used during data analysis. ResultsOne of the most important aspects included in the new tool was the need for a comprehensive approach to people with oncological diseases and their relatives. The students emphasized the need to primarily address the physical, psychological and social dimensions in this approach. ConclusionThis study developed a competency-based assessment template for oncology nurses, which includes the assessment of knowledge, skills and attitudes. The findings could help other oncology nurse educators or professionals to evaluate their training sessions and even their own knowledge in a healthcare setting.

The influence of IT outsourcing on organisational success and innovation

This study investigates the domain of IT outsourcing (ITO), focusing on its implications for organisational success or failure, and its impact on innovation. Through a comprehensive literature review, significant gaps were identified, including a lack of empirical studies assessing ITO outcomes for organisations, how ITO impacts innovation, and if an organisation’s industry impacts ITO success. In response, three research questions are formulated to address the identified gaps, leading to the creation of a novel conceptual model designed to evaluate the influence of ITO on organisations. Employing a deductive approach, the model informed a triangulation research approach, combining quantitative and qualitative data. A survey garnered responses from 112 senior IT professionals across three industries, complemented by eight interviews with senior and executive management. Findings indicate a concerning rate of perceived ITO failures and reveal that the specific industry of an organisation can affect ITO success. The study also concludes that ITO adversely impacts organisational innovation. Based on these insights, eight best practices are recommended to enhance ITO outcomes, including market research on vendor skillsets and experience, the establishment of well-structured contracts, adherence to SLAs without grace periods, shorter project durations, multi-sourcing strategies, bolstering internal IT capabilities, helping employees to understand ITO value, and rigorous governance. Acknowledging its limitations, this paper calls for future research involving broader industry representation and larger sample sizes to validate and expand upon these findings.

Development of Spiritual Intelligence through the Learning of Aqidah Akhlak (Case Study of Madrasah Aliyah YTP Kertosono)

This article aims to elucidate the process of developing spiritual intelligence through learning in an Islamic high school (madrasah aliyah). Therefore, understanding of ethics and spirituality must be established as its foundation. In this madrasah, spiritual intelligence is cultivated through various methods, one of which is through the subject of aqidah akhlak (ethics and morality). This research adopts a qualitative field research approach, which involves procedures that generate descriptive data in the form of written or spoken words and observed behaviors. Data collection techniques include participant observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation. Data analysis employs reflective thinking (data reduction, data presentation, conclusion drawing). Data validity is checked through researcher involvement extension, observation diligence, triangulation, and auditing. The study reveals that planning begins with setting learning objectives, selecting methods, choosing media, and evaluation, all of which are accommodated in the lesson plans (RPP) derived from the syllabus, curriculum framework (prota), and annual program (promes). This investigation also finds that the implementation of this planning involves an emotional approach, where educators attempt to activate the affective domain of learners. Building positive behaviors among learners is done repeatedly using dogmatic, deductive, and inductive methods. The study also presents several outcomes after the implementation of the planning, such as a more conducive learning environment, improvement in the moral and spiritual aspects of learners, prevention of negative behaviors, control of learners' emotions, and the cultivation of strong aqidah and virtuous behavior among learners.

The world of Polish Army officers’ values

Values are a very complex subject of research not only from an individual but also from a collective perspective. The first approach places them in the culture of the individual and refers to primary and secondary socialisation and cultural participation. The second approach deals with the culture of the organisation and its axiological specificity. The article attempts to identify value systems in a specific organisation such as the army. On the basis of qualitative research (triangulation, source analysis and interviews with former officers), fixed and variable elements of the organisational culture canon and values recognised by representatives of the officer community were exemplified. The analysis of the content of the literature on the subject and the results of author’s own research indicate that the systems of individual values among officers, although differing significantly, have sets of constant universal values that are acquired under the influence of time in service and experience and the culture of the organisation. The variable differentiating values among officers are individual aspirations and environmental factors shaping the worldview and attitude towards the reality around them. The article attempts to identify the factors shaping the axionormative order of Polish Army officers and to define the values shaping their social pattern.

Immersive Technology and Building Information Modeling (BIM) for Sustainable Smart Cities

Research currently focuses on immersive technologies like virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and mixed reality (MR). However, there is limited exploration of their application in sustainable smart cities with Building Information Modeling (BIM), and there remains a lack of interdisciplinary integration within this domain aimed at fostering sustainable smart city development. Therefore, this paper aims to explore the development status of immersive technology and BIM in sustainable smart cities, identifying trends and research hotspots by employing a triangulation research method mixed with a quantitative method via bibliometric analysis and a qualitative method via content analysis to investigate the relationship between immersive technologies and BIM in sustainable smart cities. The results reveal a fragmented nature in the research on immersive technology and BIM in sustainable smart cities, with rapidly changing hotspots and new technologies following a cyclical pattern every 3 to 5 years. Two distinct cycles of growth were observed in the field over the last 10 years (2014–2023). The first cycle, from 2014 to 2017, represented modest growth, while the second cycle, from 2018 to 2022, showed rapid expansion, with the keywords AR, VR, MR, BIM, smart city, and smart city concept indicating the research hotspots. Immersive technologies and BIM, developed since 2017, have contributed to sustainable smart city construction. The emerging keywords AR, MR, and 360-degree VR have become research hotspots since 2021, particularly in collaborative construction. Future research trends include artificial intelligence, digitalization, AR, and MR, while building sustainability and intelligent construction have emerged as real-world applications. Additionally, this paper employs software tools to generate multidimensional knowledge maps to form a knowledge universe map at a “macro-knowledge” level followed by a “micro-knowledge” level comprising a standard knowledge system, such as lifecycle analysis, enhancing the objectivity and organization of the results and providing innovative references for future research.

Adaptation of Master of Islamic Education Students at UIN Raden Fatah: A Case Study of Students with Non-Linear Academic Backgrounds

Adaptation is a process of meeting a person's internal and external needs by involving mental and behavioral responses that encourage adaptation to the environment. Students often face challenges in adjusting socially and academically. This research focuses on the social and academic adjustment of Master of Islamic Religious Education students at Raden Fatah State Islamic University, Palembang. The research method used is descriptive qualitative with a case study approach. Data was collected through observation, interviews, and documentation, and validated through extended researcher presence, triangulation, and peer discussion. The conclusion of this research is that students of the Master of Islamic Religious Education at Raden Fatah State Islamic University, Palembang show good adaptability in the campus environment. They prioritize social recognition, participation, altruism, and effective communication. The results show good academic achievement, supported by commitment, planning and consistency in academic tasks. Effective strategies such as time management and understanding the material help them overcome academic challenges. Participation in extracurricular activities also makes a positive contribution to academic development. Their awareness, dedication and commitment to achievement reflect their readiness to face continuous learning challenges. This research provides important insights for the development of supporting strategies to improve student well-being and academic success.

Challenges Experienced in Inclusive Education among Secondary Schools in Temeke District, Tanzania

This study investigated about challenges experienced in inclusive education among secondary schools in Temeke District, Tanzania. The study used the triangulation research design, where data emerged from an interview schedule, a questionnaire and the observation schedule. The analysis of quantitative data involved the use of frequencies and bar charts. The analysis of qualitative data followed the content analysis procedures. The researchers merged common themes to answer respective problem in the study. The study concludes that the schools in the study area experienced diverse challenges in implementing the inclusive education. Based on the findings, the study recommended that the Ministry of Education Science and Technology, in collaboration with education stakeholders and community members, should ensure availability of supporting devices such as hearing aids, Braille, wheel chairs and white canes for special needs learners. Furthermore, there is a need for teachers’ training for improved teaching and learning outcomes in the inclusive environment.

Harnessing ChatGPT for Thematic Analysis: Are We Ready?

ChatGPT (OpenAI) is an advanced natural language processing tool with growing applications across various disciplines in medical research. Thematic analysis, a qualitative research method to identify and interpret patterns in data, is one application that stands to benefit from this technology. This viewpoint explores the use of ChatGPT in three core phases of thematic analysis within a medical context: (1) direct coding of transcripts, (2) generating themes from a predefined list of codes, and (3) preprocessing quotes for manuscript inclusion. Additionally, we explore the potential of ChatGPT to generate interview transcripts, which may be used for training purposes. We assess the strengths and limitations of using ChatGPT in these roles, highlighting areas where human intervention remains necessary. Overall, we argue that ChatGPT can function as a valuable tool during analysis, enhancing the efficiency of the thematic analysis and offering additional insights into the qualitative data. While ChatGPT may not adequately capture the full context of each participant, it can serve as an additional member of the analysis team, contributing to researcher triangulation through knowledge building and sensemaking.

Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Community Access and Utilisation of the Mental Health Service: An Explanation Using Andersen’s Behavioural Model

Andersen’s Behavioural Model of Health Service Use (ABMHSU) is a multilevel model that helps understand the factors influencing health service access and utilisation. This framework is a widely used model for health service use in general, as well as in immigrant populations and vulnerable populations. ABMHSU, in this project, provided a framework to explain how the mental health nurses’ cultural competence can influence the Victorian CALD community members’ mental health care access and utilisation. A unique model of ABMHSU in the current multiple-method project provided a theoretical framework for examining the factors associated with people from the CALD community accessing mental health services in an Australian context to answer the research questions. The key findings of the research were discussed with reference to the extant literature and with triangulation of research results with the ABMHSU in the context of Victoria. The researchers argue that even though predisposing, enabling, and need factors are necessary to determine whether a person is selected for expert care for mental health issues, these factors alone are insufficient. Ongoing research is essential to ascertain the potential of mental health nurses’ cultural competence education and cultural responsiveness in addressing the mental health service access and utilisation of the heterogeneous CALD communities. Additional research is advocated to identify the supplementary factors, as there is a dearth of research exploring the potential of ABMHSU worldwide.

Implementation of Progressive Design-Build in Airport Capital Construction Projects

Alternative contracting methods (ACMs) have been increasingly used for airport capital construction projects to explore the opportunity for achieving better cost and time savings than traditional design-bid-build. Progressive design-build (PDB), an emerging variation of design-build, stands out as a promising delivery method that promotes collaboration between project stakeholders. Although PDB has been successfully used across building, water/wastewater, and transit construction sectors, its implementation in the aviation industry is still limited because of legislative considerations, regulatory policies, and funding constraints. A research gap exists in systematically investigating current practices in implementing PDB in airport projects. The main objective of this study is to explore the selection criteria, implementation strategies, success factors, and lessons learned from using PDB for airport capital construction projects. This study employed a triangulation research methodology, including a comprehensive review of PDB guidance and manuals, an industry survey of 39 airports across the U.S., and structured interviews with 12 airport representatives. This study found that the top four criteria for selecting PDB are: flexibility to handle complexity, reducing claims, industry input on constructability, and cost control. The main benefits of using PDB for airport construction projects include improving project schedules, enhancing design control levels, and better management of project complexity and risks. This study contributes to the body of knowledge by providing insights into the current PDB practices for airport capital projects. Lessons learned from implementing PDB can help airport authorities and owners better administer and manage their projects.

The relationship between coffee-related factors and cortical and hippocampal structure: a triangulation of evidence approach and Mendelian randomization research.

Existing studies have reported sustained changes in the cortical structure of rats due to coffee-related factors, which are speculated to occur in the human body. However, there is a lack of research on this topic. Additionally, previous observational studies have found the impact of diseases on cortical structure and the potential therapeutic effects of coffee on these diseases. Our aim was to study the causal effects of coffee-related factors on the human brain using SNPs (single nucleotide polymorphisms). We will connect these discovered causal effects to the impact of diseases on the brain. Through triangulating evidence, we will reveal the potential active areas of coffee in preventing diseases. We utilized GWAS data from multiple cohorts and their databases, selecting instrumental variables for genetic prediction of coffee intake and plasma levels of caffeine and its direct metabolites. We applied these instrumental variables to individual data on cortical thickness and surface area, as well as hippocampal volume, from the ENIGMA and CHARGE consortium for Mendelian randomization analysis (MR). Triangular evidence was obtained by integrating existing evidence through a specified retrieval strategy, calculating the overlap between coffee's effects on brain regions and disease-related brain regions to identify potential regions of action. The MR analysis yielded 93 positive results for 9 exposures, among which theobromine, a metabolite in the caffeine pathway, was found to be associated with increased hippocampal volume. For cortical structure, theobromine in the caffeine pathway was associated with a decrease in total surface area, while theobromine and caffeine in the pathway were associated with an increase in total thickness. The overlap rate of triangular evidence showed no difference in both overall and subgroup analyses, indicating a high overlap between the effects of coffee on brain regions and disease. From predicted outcomes from causal effects, coffee intake-related factors may have lasting effects on cortical structure. Additionally, theobromine and theophylline have the greatest impact on certain brain gyri, rather than caffeine. Triangulation evidence indicates that disease and coffee intake-related factors act on the same cortical regions, suggesting the presence of potential shared or antagonistic pathways.

The Upshot of Bs Industrial Technology Graduates' Acquired Competencies Aligned to Employment Opportunities

In today's global economy, competencies and skills are highly valued in employment opportunities. This research examines the employment profile, skills acquired in college, and the challenges of BS Industrial Technology graduates concerning job opportunities and their ability to successfully transition from college to employment. This study utilized concurrent triangulation research design. The respondents were chosen randomly for survey questionnaire and purposively for the interview. The results revealed that all majors have more single respondents than married respondents. The gender distribution of BSIT graduates varies according on their major, with some majors having a male- or female-dominated cohort. Additionally, the number of graduates varies from year to year across all majors, with some years having more or fewer graduates. Meanwhile, many students are also greatly motivated by a personal interest in the topic, highlighting the value of curiosity and passion in choosing a vocation. BSIT graduates have varying work situations which clarifies the characteristics of the labor market and the outlook for employment across a range of field of specialization. All majors agree that salaries and benefits are the main factors influencing employment decisions while career challenge ranks as the second most frequently cited factor. Furthermore, the variability in job opportunities, the impact of specialization, the relevance of education to employment, the role of transferable skills, and employment adjustments to market dynamics are some of the key themes that the challenges faced by BSIT graduates concerning job opportunities and their successful transition from college to employment encompass.

Path to adventure: a qualitative exploration of provider training for adventure-based prevention practice

ABSTRACT Despite the utilization of adventure therapy techniques in behavioral health disorder prevention programming, little is known about how providers become trained in adventure-based prevention practice. Additionally, limited literature examines how adventure therapy providers are trained. This exploratory qualitative study provides a starting point for understanding the education and lived experiences that prepared providers of adventure-based prevention for professional practice. A purposive sample of 23 clinicians and administrators participated in semi-structured interviews with the first author. Interviews were transcribed and analyzed using thematic analysis with first-cycle coding, second-cycle coding, and in-vivo coding. Strategies to ensure the trustworthiness of the data were utilized including researcher reflexivity, memoing, intercoder reliability, triangulation, in-vivo coding, and member checking. Primary themes were providers’ lived experiences leading to adventure-based work, education & training, and mentorship. Discussion of new findings about preparation and education for adventure-based prevention are offered. Implications are described for practice, policy, research, and education.