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Qualitative data (\n                      <jats:italic>n<\/jats:italic>\n                      \u2009=\u200922) were obtained through face\u2010to\u2010face interviews after completion of the Mental Health PEP.\n                    <\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Responses to the 10\u2010item online survey revealed that students reported positively on their learning experiences and perceived preparedness for clinical placements. Demographic factors, particularly students' living area and employment status, significantly influenced readiness scores. Qualitative responses were categorised into eight themes: Skills and Knowledge, Person\u2010Centred Care, Understanding Symptoms, Therapeutic Communication, Trauma\u2010Informed Care, Strength\u2010Based Care, Recognising Clinical Deterioration, and Mental State Risk Assessment. Seven key insights frequently emerged, with both quantitative and qualitative responses suggesting that students perceived the involvement of real\u2010life actors during simulations and OSCA as enhancing their readiness for PEP.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusion<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Real\u2010life actors provide an innovative approach that students perceived as supporting their confidence, self\u2010reported skill and knowledge development, and transition to PEP.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Implications for the Profession and\/or Patient Care<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Combining real\u2010life actors with OSCA better prepares N&amp;M students for PEP and transition into the workforce. Practicing communication skills in realistic, actor\u2010led scenarios strengthens students' therapeutic relationships and patient\u2010centred care. Immediate, in\u2010role feedback from real\u2010life actors facilitates reflective practice, improving students' reported clinical reasoning and patient interaction.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Impact<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>This study highlights the need for educational methodologies that reflect real\u2010life clinical environments to support students' professional development and perceived readiness for PEP. 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