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We describe the materials used to develop cultural sensitivity within 350 nursing students. These involved a lecture on dimensions of difference between east and west, exercises on names and early memories and the construction of a cultural genogram. In addition, we report the results of an evaluation study which was both quantitative and qualitative. The questionnaire data indicated that the workshop was useful and clear. Using IPA analysis, the interview data indicated seven major themes: a close, safe space in which to talk, increased cultural awareness, freedom to inquire, awareness that cultural self-knowledge is essential for developing cultural sensitivity, impact of cultural sensitivity training on professional work with people, limitations and suggestions for future workshops and wanting more workshops in a similar vein. Second stage IPA analysis indicated four levels of cultural sensitivity: 'Them', 'Us and Them', 'We' and 'Transcendent'. Integrating the findings of both the qualitative and the qualitative data, we conclude that the workshop was highly appreciated and that there is a demand for more training in this area. Implications for further training in cultural sensitivity are considered.

Original publication

DOI

10.1016/j.nedt.2007.03.012

Type

Journal article

Journal

Nurse Educ Today

Publication Date

02/2008

Volume

28

Pages

171 - 178

Keywords

Cultural Diversity, Education, Nursing, Female, Humans, Male, Program Evaluation, Teaching Materials, United Kingdom