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Quantitative data were analysed descriptively using exploratory regression analyses. Free\u2010text responses (\n n<\/jats:italic>\n \u2009=\u2009300) were analysed using reflexive content analysis. Semi\u2010structured interviews were conducted with 12 ACPs who had left EC and analysed using reflexive thematic analysis. Quantitative and qualitative findings were integrated to examine convergence, complementarity and divergence.\n <\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n Results<\/jats:title>\n \n Fewer than half of respondents intended to remain in EC over the next 5\u2009years (45%,\n n<\/jats:italic>\n \u2009=\u2009143), 36% (\n n<\/jats:italic>\n \u2009=\u2009116) were uncertain and 19% (\n n<\/jats:italic>\n \u2009=\u200961) intended to leave. Having a defined career pathway was associated with intention to remain (\n p<\/jats:italic>\n \u2009=\u20090.029), perceived lack of support for career development was associated with reduced retention intention (\n p<\/jats:italic>\n \u2009<\u20090.001) and poorer self\u2010reported mental wellbeing (\n p<\/jats:italic>\n \u2009<\u20090.001). Extended sickness absence was associated with reduced intention to remain (\n p<\/jats:italic>\n \u2009=\u20090.037). In contrast, credentialing was not associated with retention intention (\n p<\/jats:italic>\n \u2009=\u20090.434). Qualitative findings contextualised these associations, identifying career stagnation, burnout, organisational devaluation, unsustainable working patterns and professional identity ambiguity. Despite these pressures, practitioners described strong attachment to EC and advanced practice, with portfolio working and role diversification as potential strategies for sustaining participation.\n <\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n Conclusion<\/jats:title>\n EC\u2010ACP retention appears to be associated with potentially modifiable organisational conditions, particularly career development, organisational support and sustainable role design. Commitment to EC can coexist with uncertainty about remaining, suggesting that attrition should not be interpreted as a loss of professional commitment.<\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n Relevance to Clinical Practice<\/jats:title>\n Retention strategies should extend beyond recruitment and individual resilience initiatives to include credible post\u2010credentialing career pathways, professional recognition, supervision, sustainable rostering and opportunities for flexible or portfolio working. 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