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July 19, 2023BMC Medical EducationOpen Access

Knowledge, behaviours, and training related to 2SLGBTQIA+ health education amongst entry-level physiotherapy students in Canada: results of a nationwide, cross-sectional survey

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CPCodie A. PrimeauHPHolly T. PhilpottKVKyle Vader

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Overview

Cross-sectional survey reveals gaps in 2SLGBTQIA+ health training among Canadian physiotherapy students, indicating that dedicated coursework boosts clinical competency.

Key Points

  • To evaluate the knowledge, inclusive behaviors, and curriculum-based training related to 2SLGBTQIA+ health among entry-level physiotherapy students in Canada.
  • Nationwide cross-sectional survey administered online via Qualtrics to entry-level physiotherapy students across accredited Canadian programs between August and December 2021 (N=150).
  • Multivariable logistic regression models evaluated associations between student-reported clinical competencies (communication, preparedness, and assessment) and covariates including training hours (<10 vs. ≥10 hours) and 2SLGBTQIA+ identity.
  • While 69% of students reported confidence in communicating effectively with 2SLGBTQIA+ clients, only 47% felt comfortable conducting physical assessments, and fewer than 45% routinely integrated inclusive actions like pronoun sharing or trauma-informed care.
  • Curricular training exposure was minimal across cohorts: 29% received zero hours of 2SLGBTQIA+ training, 47% received under 10 hours, and only 24% received 10 or more hours.
  • Students completing 10 or more hours of targeted training had 92% higher odds of feeling competent in assessing 2SLGBTQIA+ clients compared to those receiving fewer than 10 hours.

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Primeau et al. (2023) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a178d8aaeefdf6d9c12afffhttps://doi.org/10.1186/s12909-023-04499-4
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