• Am J Pharm Educ · Aug 2009

    Comparative Study

    A cultural competency course for pharmacy students.

    • Therese I Poirier, Lakesha M Butler, Radhika Devraj, Gireesh V Gupchup, Cathy Santanello, and J Christopher Lynch.
    • School of Pharmacy, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, Edwardsville, IL 62026, USA. tpoirie@siue.edu
    • Am J Pharm Educ. 2009 Aug 28; 73 (5): 81.

    ObjectiveTo design, implement, and evaluate a course on health promotion and literacy.DesignCourse 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.AssessmentComparing 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.ConclusionsEvidence 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.

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