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Adult Education Enters the Cultural Competency Craze

Author

• • Michael L. Rowland
  • The Ohio State University

Abstract

This paper will provide a brief overview of the literature on cultural competency as it relates to health care. Cultural competency is a strategy to reduce and eliminate inequities in health care that are related to race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, gender, and sexual orientation. The paper will provide a framework for health profession educators to understand cultural competency through the lens of adult education.

Keywords: Cultural Competency, Adult Education, Health Care Disparities

How to Cite: Rowland, M. L. (2006) “Adult Education Enters the Cultural Competency Craze”, Adult Education Research Conference. 1(2006).