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PCN509 Week 1 Assignment
Counseling Disposition Reflection Worksheet
Directions:Review the dispositions document and select three dispositions that you
currently meet and that have helped to be culturally competent Complete the chart by
listing the dispositions met as well as a description of how the disposition is met Each
description response should be 75-100 words in length
Dispositions Related to Cultural Competence Description of how the disposition is met
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2
3
Directions:Now that you have identified dispositions that you currently meet, review the
disposition document again and select two dispositionsrelated to cultural competence
that may be areas of improvement Complete the chart below by adding the two
dispositions you do not meet as well as a preliminary plan in regards to how you plan to
improve the identified dispositions Each description response should be 75-100 words
in length
Disposition Description of how you plan to improve the disposition
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PCN509 Week 2,4,6 & 8 Assignment
Details:
Refer to “Social and Cultural Paper Writing Instructions” for a detailed explanation of the
requirements for the Social and Cultural Diversity Paper that you will be developing
throughout the course
For this assignment, prepare a reference list that includes the sources you will be citing
in the paper The paper must include a minimum of 10 scholarly references in addition to
the textbook More references may be used if necessary
Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide,
located in the Student Success Center An abstract is not required
You are not required to submit this assignment to Turnitin
Social and Cultural Diversity Paper Writing Instructions
Overview
The Social and Cultural Diversity Paper (1,750-2,000 words) requires the student to
identify and reflect on possible personal biases regarding gender, religion, sexual or
gender orientation, race, socioeconomic status, disability status, or culture The purpose
of this paper is to raise the student’s personal and professional level of awareness
regarding the subject of diverse populations
Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines found in the APA Style Guide,
located in the Student Success Center An abstract is not required
This assignment uses a grading rubric Please review the rubric prior to beginning the
assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion
Process Schedule
The Social and Cultural Diversity Paper assignment will be accomplished in a five-step
process, with individual steps submitted and graded regularly throughout the course,
according to the following schedule:
1) Outline (Due Week 2)
2) References (Due Week 4)
3) First Draft (Due Week 6)
4) Final Paper (Due Week 8)
Content Guidelines
When constructing this paper, use a three-part structure according to the following
guidelines:
Part 1
The first part of the paper requires you to identify information from your own personal
history Use the following questions to help guide your reflections:
1) Identify your personal biases and how they may be challenges to you as a therapist
Remember, everyone has biases The point is not to project them onto your clients
Note: It is preferred you discuss your cultural biases
2) Describe your personal history by documenting experiences with discrimination you
may have experienced and how your cultural background impacted these experiences

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3) Identify memories of contact with those who were culturally different than you, and
your experiences associated with these differences Be specific
4) How has your life experience affected how you may relate to persons different than
you? Be specific
Part 2
The second part of the paper requires you to demonstrate an understanding of the
concepts of racism/discrimination Use the following questions to help guide your
reflections:
1) What does it mean to be a subtle racist? Please include a referenced definition and
example
2) Why could there be significant differences in perceptions and values of members
within the same ethnic group? Be specific
Part 3
The third part of your paper requires you to review and reflect on the ACA and NAADAC
codes of ethics Use the following to help guide your reflection:
1) Discuss how the ACA and NAADAC codes of ethics will inform your practice
a) Identify and cite the specific ACA and NAADA multicultural codes that you will use to
inform your practice
2) What did you learn about the importance of cultural sensitivity in treatment planning?
3) How do communication styles differ across cultures?
4) How might strategies to build rapport be differentiated based on culture?
5) Examine underlying reasons for differential treatment methods
a) Consult several professional journals on treatment practices and cultural biases
b) Identify sources of potential counselor cultural bias within these practices
6) What resources could help you to become more informed regarding cultural
diversity? Cite resources you can use to dispel yourpersonal biases
7) How could you apply your learning to your future practice as a counselor?
PCN509 Week 5 Assignment
Details:
Create an 8- to 10-slide PPT presentation discussing your cultural background (in
addition, you should include a title slide and reference slide in your presentation) When
discussing your culture, consider components of yourself such as race, ethnicity,
religion, spiritual heritage, gender, sexual orientation, disabilities, socio-economic
status, traditions, and family heritage You are not required to include any information
you do not feel comfortable sharing

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Include the following in your presentation:
1 Communication styles of your culture (verbal and nonverbal)
2 Parts of your culture you are proud of
3 Parts of your culture that you would like to improve
4 Stereotypes toward your culture
5 Stereotypes held within your culture
6 How your culture perceives substance use Are there any traditional uses of
substances that are deemed culturally acceptable?
7 How your culture perceives counseling
8 How your cultural background will influence your ability to counsel someone from your
culture and someone from another culture
9 Speaker notes that indicate what would be said if giving the presentation live
APA format is required for any information not originated by the student Include at least
two scholarly references in your presentation
This assignment uses a rubric Please review the rubric prior to beginning the
assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion
PCN509 Week 7 Assignment
Details:
In a Word document, provide short answers to the statements below Refer to the
“Cultural Considerations Resource” for help in completing this assignment
Explain cultural considerations that the counselor must account for when working with a
client from each of the following groups (100-150 words each):
1 Immigrants (Documented and Undocumented)
2 Refugees
Discuss the cultural issues and trends that specifically apply to each of the following
regional population groups of the United States (100-150 words each):
1 The Hmong in California
2 Cuban Americans in Florida
3 Hispanic Americans in the Southwest
4 Your choice of a white ethnic group (eg, German, Irish, Italian)
Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide,
located in the Student Success Center An abstract is not required

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You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin Please refer to the directions in
the Student Success

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