| The Cultural Competence certificate is a short, face-to-face course that provides students with the knowledge and skills they need to work effectively in a diverse environment. Students will learn about the different cultures that exist in the world, how to communicate effectively across cultures, and how to provide culturally sensitive care. |
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Module 1: Introduction to Cultural Competence
- Understand the concept of cultural competence.
- Learn about the importance of cultural competence in personal and professional contexts.
- Understand how to develop cultural competence skills.
- Module 2: Understanding Cultural Differences
- Understand different cultural differences and their applications.
- Learn how to identify different cultural differences.
- Understand how to use different techniques to improve cultural competence skills.
- Module 3: Communicating Across Cultures
- Understand the importance of effective communication across cultures.
- Learn how to communicate effectively with people from diverse backgrounds.
- Understand how to use different communication techniques to improve communication skills.
- Module 4: Working in a Diverse Workplace
- Understand the importance of working in a diverse workplace.
- Learn how to work effectively with colleagues from diverse backgrounds.
- Understand how to use different techniques to improve workplace diversity skills.
- Module 5: Providing Culturally Sensitive Care
- Understand the importance of culturally sensitive care in personal and professional contexts.
- Learn how to provide culturally sensitive care effectively.
- Understand how to use different techniques to improve culturally sensitive care skills.
- High school or equivalent
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Interest in the course topic
- Good level of English
| 100 GLH |