OCC 5105 - Cultural Competence for Health Care Providers

Credits: 1-3 hrs

This course provides students in health related professions skills necessary for culturally competent practice. The course encompasses reflective, self assessment experiences that will enable students to explore their own cultural identity. Throughout this course the students will learn about other cultural value systems through multiple meaningful interactions, such as, direct, on-line chat rooms, and virtual classrooms with other international students. The course will promote the development of skills and culturally sensitive behaviors that will enrich therapeutic, client-centered interactions.