RESUMO
Objective To investigate the current situation and influencing factors of professional competence of master of nursing (MN)students. Methods 317 MN students were engaged in the investigation using self-designed questionnaire. Results The total score of MN student's professional competence was 72.56 ± 10.51. The time for nursing service before MN study, time for nursing internship during MN study and frequency of instructor's guidance were the main influencing factors ofprofessional competence (P<0.01). Conclusion MN student's professional competence is relatively good. Nursing educators should develop more detailed clinical study plan for those lack of clinical experience, strengthen advanced nursing practice theory study, and provide more opportunities for professional practice, make good conditions for their clinical practice and pay attention to the practical effect of specialized nursing.At the same time,the instructors of MN students should give more guidance to ensure the cultivation quality.