Pedagogical conditions for the introduction of virtual reality technologies into the professional training of medical college students

the article discusses the practical aspects and problems of introducing virtual reality (VR) technologies into the professional training of medical college students, related to the lack of developed pedagogical conditions. The author identifies key barriers, such as the lack of comprehensive and clear methodological materials, the shortage of qualified teachers with appropriate training, the uncertainty of integrating VR into the educational process and in the area of assessing learning outcomes. The article proposes a structure of pedagogical conditions based on a systemic, structural-functional and competence-based approaches aimed at developing professional competencies. It is important to note that the listed pedagogical conditions are interconnected and complement each other, they are a single system that is built to achieve the pedagogical goal. Students' awareness of their readiness to acquire professional skills, creation of an educational environment with a practical focus using virtual reality technologies, organizational and methodological support for the process of developing students' professional competencies - allows students to effectively implement the process of forming their professional competencies. It was noted that the training of students at a medical college should be based on humanistic principles, which implies the acceptance by students of the social role of a nurse. The introduction of virtual reality technologies into the educational process contributes to the implementation of these principles and improves the quality of professional training of future medical specialists. This is especially important in the context of modern healthcare, where specialists are required to have a high level of professionalism and readiness to work in non-standard situations. The author noted that the use of VR technologies in a medical college plays an important role in teaching students.

virtual reality, pedagogical conditions, professional competences, professional training of medical college students