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Comparative Study
. 2009 Aug 28;73(5):81.
doi: 10.5688/aj730581.

A cultural competency course for pharmacy students

Therese I Poirier  1 , Lakesha M Butler, Radhika Devraj, Gireesh V Gupchup, Cathy Santanello, J Christopher Lynch
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Comparative Study

A cultural competency course for pharmacy students

Therese I Poirier et al. Am J Pharm Educ. .

Abstract

Objective: To design, implement, and evaluate a course on health promotion and literacy.

Design: Course objectives such as the development of cultural competency skills, awareness of personal biases, and appreciation of differences in health beliefs among sociocultural groups were addressed using a team-based learning instructional strategy. Student learning outcomes were enhanced using readiness assessment tests (RATs), group presentations, portfolio reflections, and panel discussions.

Assessment: Comparing precourse and postcourse Inventory for Assessing the Process of Cultural Competence among Healthcare Professionals (IAPCC-R) scores and portfolio responses indicated enhanced progress toward cultural competency. The Student Evaluation of Teaching (SET) provided suggestions for course enhancements.

Conclusions: Evidence supporting enhanced cultural competency after completing the course affirms its value as we prepare pharmacy students to provide patient-centered care in a culturally diverse world.

Keywords: cultural competency; curriculum; health disparities; health literacy.

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