Graduate Program

Technology

Degree Name

Master of Science (MS)

Semester of Degree Completion

2005

Thesis Director

Thomas Hawkins

Thesis Committee Member

Unknown

Thesis Committee Member

Unknown

Abstract

Cultural diversity is a core part of our country and its impact has significant implications for quality health care delivery throughout the United States. The need for culturally competent health care services for diverse populations is gaining attention from health providers and educators. Cultural competency is about delivering quality patient care while demonstrating cultural awareness, respect, and concern for other cultures and social groups. Generally there has been a lack of research in the area of cultural competency in health care and the effectiveness of cultural competency training programs on health care providers. The purpose of this study was to determine whether cross-cultural training modules developed by the University of Illinois, College of Nursing, will enhance awareness, develop culturally sensitive students and staff, and teach relevant concepts concerning the delivery of culturally competent care of patients. The study was conducted using seven pilot testers who reviewed the cross-cultural training modules before they were added into the nursing curriculum. The objective was to determine if the modules enhanced cultural sensitivity and cultural awareness of the pilot testers after reviewing information contained in the modules, readings and participating in discussion groups. Results of the study concluded that respondents did become more sensitive and aware of their behavior towards people from other cultures. Data enabled developers of the modules to make necessary changes and revisions before the modules went online for use in the nursing curriculum at the University of Illinois, College of Nursing.

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