SSW 609 - Social Work w/People of Color

Institution:

University of New England

Subject:

Social Work

Description:

This is a practice class that will help the student explore the following areas: 1. Cultural competency as a systemic theoretical orientation. 2. Historical perspectives on the experience of people of color including: African American, Native American, Asian American and Latino American, multi-racial and immigrant communities. 3. Political perspectives on the experience of people of color. 4. Unique characteristics of the value systems of people of color. 5. Communication barriers that may hinder communication between people of color and white people. 6. Strategies for providing effective culturally sensitive practice with people of color. 7. Understanding and eliminating white racism. 8. Racial Identity theory. Must be enrolled in: Master of Social Work.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

09/01/2006 - 09/01/2007 

Institution Website:

www.une.edu/

Phone Number:

(207) 283-0171

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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