Cultural and linguistic competence is widely recognized as the fundamental aspect of quality health care (including mental health), particularly for the diverse patient population. It acts as an essential strategy for reducing disparities by improving access, utilization and quality of care.
National Standards for Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Services (CLAS) in Health and Health Care by 
National Standards for Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Services in Health Care: Final Report by 
The National Standards for Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Services in Health and Health Care: A Blueprint for Advancing and Sustaining CLAS Policy and Practice (The Blueprint) by 
Cultural Competencies for Nurses: Impact on Health and Illness, 2e by 
Transcultural Health Care: A Culturally Competent Approach, 4e by 
Transcultural Communication in Nursing, 2e by 
How our Unconscious Biases Toward Racial and Sexual Minorities Are Affecting Clients and What to Do by 
Cultural Diversity: Orientation For Asian Cultures by 
Developing Cultural Competence by This three-program series addresses the important need for cultural awareness in the provision of healthcare in the 21st century, showing how cultural diversity impacts mutual understanding on many levels and in a variety of aspects of daily life. Both verbal and non-verbal communication differences are addressed. The discussion covers the cultural demographics of the United States and the demographic differences between the general population and healthcare providers.
Understanding the Need: Cultural Awareness in Healthcare by 
An Action Plan: Cultural Awareness in Healthcare by 
Your Practice: Cultural Awareness in Healthcare by The following video is part of the Films on Demand: Nursing Collection which is licensed for use by current students, faculty, and staff. Off-campus use requires a current PCT username and password.
The Cultural Framework for Health: An Integrative Approach for Research and Program Design and Evaluation by 
Summary of State Law Requirements Addressing Language Needs in Health Care by 
A Comprehensive Framework and Preferred Practices for Measuring and Reporting Cultural Competency
