HHSM325 Cultural Competency for Health and Human Service Professionals (3 cr.)

This course examines best practices in the delivery of health and human services that meet the social, cultural, and linguistic needs of those served. The vital link between cultural competency and access to quality care is examined in both healthcare and human services fields. Special attention is given to underserved communities.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Identify and acknowledge biases and beliefs about diversity.
2. Describe the impact cross cultural competency has on access to health and outcomes.
3. Practice with respect, knowledge, and skills related to clients’ age, class, color, culture, disability, economic status, ethnicity, family structure, gender, gender identify, lifestyle orientation, national origin, race, and religion.
4. Recognize contributions from a diverse population, interacting as individuals or groups, to guide evolving organizational and societal systems.