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Course Description

This course studies the effect of culture, subculture and cultural trends on human behavior and human development, with emphasis on the impact of race, religion, gender and other cultural factors on psychological development.

Credits 3

Course Outcomes

By the end of this course, students will be able to:

Compare and contrast cultural values, beliefs, and communication styles across diverse cultural groups.
Explain and apply key psychological processes (e.g., bias, perception, social identity) to interactions between individuals from different cultures.
Analyze the historical experiences of selected minority groups in the United States and evaluate how these histories influence present-day social dynamics
Identify and evaluate forms of stereotypes, discrimination, and racism, including implicit (unconscious) bias.
Apply culturally responsive counseling strategies to case scenarios involving clients from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Demonstrate and justify culturally competent communication and intervention strategies in simulated or real-world contexts.

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Step 3: Submit Your Confirmation of Attendance

Step 4: Introduce Yourself on the Discussion Board

Step 5: Familiarize Yourself with Student Resources

Course Materials

Mio, J. S., Barker, L. A., Domenech Rodriguez, M. M. & Gonzalez, J. (2023). Multicultural Psychology (6th ed.). Oxford University Press.

*Additional journal articles and videos will be posted under the corresponding Weekly Overview Page.

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Course Content

**VTSU Online weeks begin on Mondays at 12:00 AM EST and end on Sundays at 11:59 PM EST**
Week	Topic	Dates
Week 1	Introduction to Multicultural Psychology	May 26 – May 31, 2026
Week 2	Cultural Differences in Worldviews and Communications	June 1 – June 7, 2026
Week 3	Immigration and Acculturation	June 8 – June 14, 2026
Week 4	Stereotypes and Discrimination	June 15 – June 21, 2026
Week 5	The Development of Identity and the Impact of Culture on Health	June 22 – June 28, 2026
Week 6	Mental Health and Culture	June 29 – July 5, 2026
Week 7	Promoting Cultural Competence	July 6 – July 12, 2026