Non-continuing Education Credit Course
Course Description
Raising Awareness in a Multi-cultural Workplace is a training designed to increase both self-awareness and cross-cultural awareness of employees working within diverse organizations. Key elements to enhancing relationships in a multi-cultural work environment is presented in a comprehensive manner by certified Cultural Competence Trainer. Training modules will highlight how personal biases and stereotypes can impact working relationships, impede upon workplace harmony and overall productivity. Through the use of lecture, experiential learning, creative training techniques, group discussion and film review, participants will embark upon a “personal journey of discovery” to enhance daily interactions with co-workers and the diverse patient populations served by your organization.
NOTE: Reading articles while taking this course is NOT a requirement for completion. Recommended readings are intended for future reference.
Course Objectives: After completing this course, participants will…
- Review a comprehensive model of cultural sensitivity.
- Enhance employee’s ability to engage in authentic cross-cultural relationships.
- Learn how to get “Off Automatic” with regards to assigning perceptions & stereotypes.
