HSW 725: Develop culture specific communication skills that are sensitive and helpful to various cultural groups

Course Description

Develop culture specific communication skills that are sensitive and helpful to various cultural groups. Coaching requires a basic understanding not only of the worldviews of different groups but also one's own possible stereotypes, which may hinder effectiveness in the caring and empathetic process. Examine issues of racism, differences in cultural values and worldviews, verbal and non-verbal communication and other factors that affect the processes of coaching individuals and groups.