Table 2 Coding framework, showing coding hierarchy
| Rating the experience | |
| Very good | |
| Good | |
| Uncommitted | |
| Poor | |
| Not rated | |
| Placement outcomes | |
| Attitude to future work with older adults | |
| Open to possibility | |
| Interested in another field | |
| Confirmed decision NOT to work with older adults | |
| Benefits of the placement | |
| Educating others | |
| Knowledge acquisition | |
| Patient awareness | |
| Personal motivation or affirmation | |
| Professional insights | |
| Skills development | |
| Unique opportunity experienced |