CLG 545 - Cultural Contexts of Counseling (3 cr.)

The cultural contexts of counseling in a multicultural and diverse world are studied. Such factors as culture, ethnicity, nationality, age, race, gender, sexual orientation, mental and physical characteristics, ability, education, family values, religious and spritual values, socioeconomic status, and unique characteristics or individuals, couples, families, ethnic groups, and communities are considered. Focus is on development of cultural competencies based on awareness and knowledge about self and others as cultural beings, as well as culturally sensitive application of counseling skills.
Liberal arts
Prerequisite(s): CLG 503, CLG 505.
Corequisite(s): CLG 512.
Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring