PSY 743 - Cultural Diversity

(3 units)

Psychological implications and consequences of cultural diversity with respect to applied psychological practice and research. Emphasis on racial, cultural, sexual orientation and gender differences.

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 3
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. summarize current research and critically review the literature related to assessment and diagnosis with an emphasis on examining the role of cultural and individual diversity in conceptualizing cases.
2. discuss the relationship of cultural and individual diversity in formulating and implementing intervention strategies, including training in empirically supported procedures.
3. articulate both in writing and verbally an ability to critically analyze the major theoretical considerations in relation to cultural and individual diversity as they pertain to consultation, supervision, and evaluating the efficacy of interventions.

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