HMSV 2150 - Multicultural Counseling

4.5 Credits

Students develop counseling skills with cultural, social and economic considerations for diverse populations. Students reflect on multicultural barriers and the impact of the counselor’s own worldview on the counseling relationship. Students practice adapting counseling techniques and theories to the needs of culturally diverse clients

Pre/Corequisite: (1) HMSV 1130

Lecture Hours: 4.5
Lab Hours: 0.0
Internship Hours: 0.0
Clinical or Practicum Hours: 0.0

Course Objectives

Identify, evaluate and describe the impact of the student’s world view upon the counseling interaction with a culturally diverse client.
Examine and explain historical and cultural differences of various ethnic groups including (at minimum) African Americans, Native Americans and Hispanics. Discuss appropriate adaptations of counselor approaches to increase effectiveness in working with diverse populations.
Examine and explain the influence of gender in the way individuals seek mental health services, the various issues presented by gender, and important aspects of working with various gender groups.
Demonstrate cultural competency in an interview with a person with a culturally diverse background.
Identify and state barriers to effective multicultural counseling.
Assess and adapt traditional counseling models for their impact upon culturally diverse clients.

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