Objective: To examine the association between a dual-supervisor training model and self-reported research training needs. Methods: A quasi-experimental study with natural grouping was adopted. A total of 114 clinical professional degree postgraduates (Grade 2023) from a hospital affiliated to a university in Qingdao were enrolled. According to the training plans established at enrollment, 57 students were assigned to the dual-supervisor group and 59 to the single-supervisor group. Finally, 56 st