HSS 102 - Cultural Diversity and Client Populations

Credits: 5
Students will assess the attributes and needs of diverse populations served by human services such as elderly, children and family, LGBT, homeless, substance abuse addicts, and people with disabilities. They will also practice adapting strategies and locating resources to address the needs of those populations. Students will assess their own skills and potential challenges working with different populations. Students will be exposed to a variety of cultural ideas to promote tolerance and understanding when working with diverse populations. Culture, lifestyles, religion, age, and gender will also be explored to increase awareness and related concerns.