ERIC Number: ED647457
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Publication Date: 2022
Pages: 78
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An Asynchronous Online LGBT+ Cultural Competency Training for Physical Therapists
Chris W. Condran
ProQuest LLC, Ed.D. Dissertation, The University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Research suggests that physical therapists lack knowledge, awareness, and clinical preparedness to engage with LGBT+ populations in clinical settings and that LGBT+ patients report difficulty engaging in physical therapy and fear of discrimination. The purpose of this study was to develop, deliver, and evaluate an online LGBT+ culturally competency training (CCT) program for physical therapists. To address the purpose, physical therapists in current clinical practice completed surveys assessing LGBT+ clinical preparedness, attitudinal awareness, and basic knowledge before and after engaging in an LGBT+ clinical competency training. An initial sample (n=115) completed the pretest, with only 30 completing the course and participating in the study. Participants' scores on all 3 subscales and total of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender Development of Clinical Skills Scale (LGBT-DOCSS) were significantly higher at post-test, with the greatest increase in clinical preparedness, t(29) =7.15, p<0.001, and a large effect size (d=1.30). These findings suggest that participating in this course increase PT's LGBT+ cultural competency. The majority of participants (96%) agreed that LGBT+ cultural competency is essential to PT curricula, should be CAPTE mandated in PT programs, and clinical practice guidelines should be published. Post-course ratings of course content, delivery, and format were all very positive. The course was successful in raising cultural competency with a large effect for clinical preparedness and was rated positively by participants. [The dissertation citations contained here are published with the permission of ProQuest LLC. Further reproduction is prohibited without permission. Copies of dissertations may be obtained by Telephone (800) 1-800-521-0600. Web page: http://www.proquest.com.bibliotheek.ehb.be/en-US/products/dissertations/individuals.shtml.]
Descriptors: LGBTQ People, Physical Therapy, Allied Health Personnel, Professional Development, Inclusion, Distance Education, Social Discrimination, Access to Health Care
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Publication Type: Dissertations/Theses - Doctoral Dissertations
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