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Cultural Competence

Dr. Campinha-Bacote's Model

Dr. Campinha-Bacote developed a model of culturally competent health care based on five interdependent constructs. These five constructs have an interdependent relationship with one another.

Among the five are two constructs that distinguish it from other cultural competency models: "Cultural Encounters," and "Cultural Desire." These concern practical experience and the desire to become more culturally sensitive.

No matter where a healthcare provider begins their journey, he or she must eventually experience and address all five milestones along the way.

Cultural awareness
Cultural knowledge
Cultural skill
Cultural encounters
Cultural desire

Move your mouse over each construct. When done, click the forward arrow to continue.

Enter text for rollover 1 Cultural Awareness the deliberate, cognitive process in which health care providers become appreciative of and sensitive to the values, beliefs, practices, and problem solving strategies of clients' cultures ... or select a jpg

Enter text for rollover 2 Cultural Knowledge the process of seeking and obtaining a sound educational foundation concerning the various world views of culture ... or select a jpg

Enter text for rollover 3 Cultural Skill - The ability to work across cultures and provide culturally responsive care for all patients. ... or select a jpg

Enter text for rollover 4 Cultural Encounters the process that allows healthcare providers to engage directly in cross-cultural interactions with clients from culturally diverse backgrounds ... or select a jpg

Enter text for rollover 5 Cultural Desire - This is a matter of the heart. A genuine desire to work with culturally diverse clients is the spiritual foundation for providing culturally competent care. ... or select a jpg