HS 147 - Understanding Human Diversity

Institution:

West Virginia Northern Community College

Subject:

Human Services

Description:

This course examines issues surrounding human diversity, understanding and appreciating differences and exploring the impact that students' values and attitudes have on their interactions with individuals from various groups as distinguished by race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, social class, religion and subcultures. The focus is on increasing students' awareness of the impact of diversity on individual development and frame of reference and on the impact that their own values and backgrounds have on their responses and interactions with others, especially as applied to the role of "professional helper".

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.wvncc.edu/

Phone Number:

(304) 233-5900

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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