100607: Cultural Competence in Mental Health Services

About the Course:

Focuses on the contribution of cultural competence toward quality of care. Addresses the challenges for individual providers and the managed care system in meeting the mental health needs of a culturally diverse society. Outlines mental health issues related to people of African descent, Asian and Pacific Islanders, Hispanic Americans and Native Americans. Course content combines two articles: Cultural Competence Standards in Managed Care Mental Health Services and Mental Health: Culture, Race, and Ethnicity.

Authors

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration; A Supplement to the Surgeon General's Report on Mental Health

Recommended For:

This course is recommended for social workers, counselors, psychologists, and other human services and behavioral health professionals who seek knowledge about Cultural Competence in Mental Health Services. It is appropriate for all levels of knowledge about the topic.

Course Objectives:

1. Increase knowledge of the contribution of cultural competence to quality of care.

2. Learn about the demographic and mental health findings regarding people of African descent, Asian and Pacific Islanders, Hispanic Americans, and Native Americans.