VR Goggles-Supported Virtual Reality Model in Midwifery Basic Clinical Skills Training

University of Gaziantep

Status: Not yet enrolling

Conditions: Midwifery Education; Clinical Skills Training

Treatments: Behavioral: VR Goggle-Assisted Simulation Training; Behavioral: Standard Clinical Skills Training

Study type: Interventional

Funder types: Other

Identifiers

NCT07260929

2025/317

Details and patient eligibility

About

This randomized controlled trial aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a virtual reality (VR)-based training model supported by VR goggles in improving basic clinical skills among midwifery students. Traditional skills training in midwifery education can be limited by time, instructor availability, and opportunities for repeated practice. VR technology offers an immersive, standardized, and repeatable learning environment that may enhance skill development and learner engagement.

In this study, midwifery students will be randomly assigned to either the VR training group or the traditional training group. Participants in the VR group will practice selected basic clinical skills using a VR goggle-supported simulation model, while the control group will receive standard skills laboratory training. Both groups will be evaluated through objective structured clinical examinations (OSCEs), self-confidence scales, and skill performance checklists.

The study aims to determine whether VR-enhanced training improves clinical skill acquisition, performance accuracy, and learner confidence compared with traditional methods. Findings from this research may help inform modern, technology-supported approaches to midwifery education.

Enrollment: 128 estimated patients

Sex: All

Ages: 18+ years old

Volunteers: Accepts Healthy Volunteers

Inclusion criteria

• Currently enrolled as an undergraduate midwifery student at Gaziantep University.
• Registered in or scheduled to take the "Basic Clinical Skills" course during the study period.
• Aged 18 years or older.
• Able to provide informed consent and willing to participate throughout the study.
• Has no previous formal training with virtual reality (VR) simulation related to midwifery clinical skills.
• Able to use VR goggles safely (no known conditions that prevent VR use, such as severe motion sickness).

Exclusion criteria

• A diagnosed visual, neurological, or vestibular disorder that may interfere with VR use (e.g., epilepsy, severe vertigo).
• A history of severe motion sickness symptoms triggered by digital screens or VR environments.
• Participated previously in a pilot version of the VR training module.
• Currently taking a leave of absence or not actively attending coursework.

Trial design

Primary purpose: Other

Allocation: Randomized

Interventional model: Parallel Assignment

Masking: None (Open label)

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128 participants in 2 patient groups

Experimental (VR Goggle-Assisted VR Training)

Experimental group

Description:

Participants in this arm will receive basic clinical skills training using a VR goggle-supported virtual reality model specifically designed for midwifery education. The VR module includes interactive simulations, step-by-step procedural guidance, and scenario-based skill practice. Training will be delivered individually under supervision and will cover essential midwifery clinical skills.

Treatment:

Behavioral: VR Goggle-Assisted Simulation Training

Active Comparator: Traditional Training

Active Comparator group

Description:

Participants in this arm will receive traditional basic clinical skills training using standard educational methods such as demonstration, skills laboratory practice, and return demonstration. This training follows the current curriculum used in midwifery clinical skills education and does not include virtual reality components.

Treatment:

Behavioral: Standard Clinical Skills Training