The purpose of this analysis is to raise the student’s personal and professional level of awareness regarding the subject of diverse populations.
Complete the Social and Cultural Diversity Analysis (1,750-2,000 words), by referring to the content criteria provided in “Social and Cultural Diversity Analysis Writing Instructions” document.
The analysis must include at least five scholarly sources in addition to the textbook.
Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
You are required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite. A link to the LopesWrite technical support articles is located in Class Resources if you need assistance.
Benchmark Information
This benchmark assignment assesses the following programmatic competencies and professional standards:
MS Addiction Counseling; MS Christian Counseling, Substance Use and Addictive Disorders
3.1: Explain issues and trends in a multicultural and diverse society in the practice of professional counseling.
3.2: Evaluate the importance of social and cultural competence in providing counseling services to diverse populations.
3.3: Assess their own social and cultural awareness, attitudes, and biases.
This assignment meets the following NASAC Standards:
18) Understand diverse racial and ethnic cultures, including their distinct patterns of interpreting reality, world view, adaptation, and communication, and to incorporate the special needs of minority groups and the differently abled into clinical practice.
19) Understand the importance of self-awareness in one’s personal, professional, and cultural life.
85) Adapt counseling strategies to the individual characteristics of the client, including (but not limited to): disability, gender, sexual orientation, developmental level, acculturation, ethnicity, age, and health status.
102) Sensitize others to issues of cultural identity, ethnic background, age, and gender role or identity in prevention, treatment, and recovery.
119) Recognize the importance of individual differences by gaining knowledge about personality, cultures, lifestyles, and other factors influencing client behavior, and applying this knowledge to practice.
121) Conduct culturally appropriate self-evaluations of professional performance, applying ethical, legal, and professional standards to enhance self-awareness and performance.
