Learning to be a Cross Culturally Skilled Counselor

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Learning to be a Cross CulturallySkilled
Counselor

• Five techniques helpful in enhancing
  cross-cultural skills.

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Obtain knowledge, history and cultural values of
ethnic clients

• Read about the 4 major American ethnic minority
  groups.
• Experiential or affective understanding is a
  must.
• Assess your own racial consciousness.
• Seek opportunities to work with ethnic clients.
• If you experience prejudicial attitudes seek
  supportive consultation.

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Four Major Cultural Groups

• Asian Americans
• African Americans
• Hispanic Americans
• Native Americans

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Cultural Differences in Work-related Activities

• Power difference
• Individualism / collectivism
• Gender development

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Break out discussions

• Discuss cultural specific issues / considerations
  that should be addressed in career counseling.
• How does culture influence gender development and
  impact in the workplace?