PSY 635 - Cultural Competence in Professional Practice

Institution:

Tiffin University

Subject:

Psychology

Description:

Students will work to increase awareness of and appreciation for cultural differences. The course will require that participants consider and examine their own values, attitudes and biases; reflect upon personal life experiences that have contributed to their understanding of differences and diverse cultures; examine how mental health/forensic issues are viewed in the context of the value systems embraced by different cultures; apply analysis to understand organizational barriers that interfere with providing culturally competent services; develop an action plan for addressing culturally competent services in agencies.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.tiffin.edu

Phone Number:

(800) 968-6446 ext 6446

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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