Evidence of validity and factorial invariance of the cultural competence measurement scale (EMCC-14) among students of healthcare sciences in Panama

The EMCC-14-PAN version for health science students showed adequate evidence of validity and reliability, similar to the original scale designed for health professionals. This version is a useful instrument for studying the cultural competence of students in health sciences.

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BMC Medical Education
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2025-11-26
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https://doi.org/10.1186/s12909-025-08190-8
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Cultural Competency in Health Care
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Evidence of validity and factorial invariance of the cultural competence measurement scale (EMCC-14) among students of healthcare sciences in Panama

Ricaurte Tuñón, Víctor Pedrero, Janeth Agrazal García
BMC Medical Education
Cultural Competency in Health Care
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Evidence of validity and factorial invariance of the cultural competence measurement scale (EMCC-14) among students of healthcare sciences in Panama

Ricaurte Tuñón, Víctor Pedrero, Janeth Agrazal García
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Abstract

The EMCC-14-PAN version for health science students showed adequate evidence of validity and reliability, similar to the original scale designed for health professionals. This version is a useful instrument for studying the cultural competence of students in health sciences.

BMC Medical EducationVol. 25(1)
Universidad de Panamá (PA), Universidad Andrés Bello (CL), Universidad Andrés Bello (CL)
Openalex Percentile: Top 54%
Cultural Competency in Health Care
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