Author : Johan Mussa
Release : 2022
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Book Synopsis Cultural Competence Among Athletic Trainers in the Delivery of Healthcare by : Johan Mussa
Download or read book Cultural Competence Among Athletic Trainers in the Delivery of Healthcare written by Johan Mussa. This book was released on 2022. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ABSTRACT: The concept of cultural competence in healthcare is not new but in the field of athletic training is virtually unexplored. The purpose of this study was to evaluate levels of cultural competence of athletic trainers (ATs). The variables of gender identity, race/ethnicity, years of experience and organizational support were explored. A quantitative, non-experimental, descriptive survey was used. Participants completed the Cultural Competence Assessment (CCA) survey as well as answered demographic questions. Five hundred and sixty-five responses were analyzed. Significant differences were found in cultural competence scores between gender identities, years of working as an AT, and for those receiving organizational support. No significant differences were found between different race/ethnicities. Male ATs need more cultural competence training than female ATs. Also, newly credentialed ATs and ATs who reported having organizational support for cultural competence had better cultural competence scores. The results of the current study provide educational institutions with knowledge on key demographics that would benefit from more cultural competence training. Providing educational resources to every AT will make sure that ATs are providing culturally competent care to all their patients.
