Competent mental health professionals must use culturally appropriate intervention strategies when working with a diverse clientele. The purpose of this course is to foster the development of multicultural competence in counseling practices. The course is designed to promote the awareness of cultural factors that can affect counseling practices, knowledge about various cultural backgrounds and experiences. Issues to be addressed in this course include prejudice, racism, oppression, and discrimination that affect individuals from various racial or ethnic groups, elders, individuals with disabilities, women, gay men, and lesbians.
Semester Offered
Spring
Summer