CPSE 751

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Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging in Counseling

Counseling Psychology and Special Education David O. McKay School of Education

Course Description

Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging competency training on issues of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, socioeconomic status, disability, and religion. Knowledge, skills, and awareness applied to counseling.

When Taught

Winter

Min

3

Fixed/Max

3

Fixed

3

Fixed

0

Other Prerequisites

Enrollment in BYU Graduate Program

Title

Knowledge of diversity

Learning Outcome

Students will increase in multicultural competence (see published guidelines) and will specifically: 1.   Demonstrate knowledge of variations in beliefs, traditions, and values across groups that differ by gender, race, socioeconomic status, ethnicity, sexual orientation, abilities, and age.

Title

Treatment issues

Learning Outcome

2.    Demonstrate knowledge of treatment issues with individuals from diverse backgrounds and demonstrate relevant skills through role-play.

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Rights and responsibilities

Learning Outcome

3.    Demonstrate knowledge of rights and responsibilities of clients, their families, and other professionals, as they relate to issues of diversity.

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Ethical concerns

Learning Outcome

5.    Demonstrate knowledge of ethical concerns related to assessment of and interventions with diverse populations.

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Own cultural values, privileges, and biases

Learning Outcome

6.    Exhibit awareness of their own cultural values, privileges, and biases and how these impact their professional responsibilities.

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Characteristics and effects of the environmental milieu

Learning Outcome

4.    Demonstrate knowledge of the characteristics and effects of the environmental milieu of the client and the family including cultural and linguistic diversity and socioeconomic background.

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Effective multicultural communication skills

Learning Outcome

7.    Demonstrate effective multicultural communication skills.