Model of cultural competence to personal practice beliefs.

Apply a model of cultural competence to personal practice beliefs. Reflect on the 5 constructs of Campinha-Bacote’s model of The Process of Cultural Competence in the Delivery of Healthcare Services: Cultural desire, Cultural Awareness, Cultural Knowledge, Cultural Skill, and Cultural Encounters. (See Chapter 2) Review the Mission statements and values of St. Thomas University and its Nursing programs. Reflect on your learning during this course. Evidence of reflection on Campinha-Bacote’s cultural competency model and/or STU mission and values. Your personal beliefs. Your philosophy statement(s) related to culturally competent nursing care. Implementing your beliefs. Continuing your journey towards cultural competence.