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Summary:
In this presentation on Multicultural Competence various concepts such as multicultural awareness and competence, diversity, acculturation and assimilation are discussed relative to the assessment and delivery of services to mental health clients.
Program Presenter:
Vetta Thompson, PhD obtained her Master of Arts and Doctorate of Philosophy in Psychology from Duke University, where she also completed the Clinical Training program. She is an Associate Professor of Psychology at the University of Missouri - St. Louis. Dr. Thompson has been a member of the faculty since 1989 and is a licensed psychologist and health service provider in the state of Missouri. Current research activities focus on mental health issues of African Americans. She has over 15 years experience in research, recruitment, and data collection with African Americans. Dr. Thompson has published in a range of refereed journals for over a decade. Her research has covered a broad range of issues addressing health and mental health. Current research is focused on therapy components that assist in effective mental health treatment of African Americans; such as modality, race of therapist, and discussion of race and race related issues. Past research has focused on understanding the immediate and longer-term impact of experiences of discrimination.
Key Concepts:
Assimilation/Acculturation
Culture
Diversity
Ethnocentrism
Racial/Ethnic Identity
Multicultural Competence
Glossary of Terms:
Acculturation -
Assimilation-
Culture-
Cultural Competence-
Discrimination-
Diversity-
Ethnocentrism-
Ethnicity-
Multiculturalism-
Prejudice-
Contact Hours:
For an additional $10 above the purchase of the training, we offer the following accreditation which can be purchased via a mail-in form included with the disk: The University of Missouri-Columbia Missouri Institute of Mental Health (MIMH) will be responsible for this program and maintain a record of your continuing education credits earned. The Missouri Institute of Mental Health will award 1 clock hour or 1.2 contact hours (.1 CEU) for this activity.MIMH credit will fulfill Clinical Social Work and Psychologist licensure requirements in the State of Missouri. Attendees with licensure from other states are responsible for seeking appropriate continuing education credit, from their respective boards for completing this program.
Running Time:
20 minutes
Price:
$20.00
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