ERIC Number: EJ791927
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2008-Apr
Pages: 13
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Definitions of Multicultural Competence: Frontline Human Service Providers' Perspective
Caldwell, Leon D.; Tarver, Dolores D.; Iwamoto, Derek K.; Herzberg, Sarah E.; Cerda-Lizarraga, Patricia; Mack, Tabethah
Journal of Multicultural Counseling and Development, v36 n2 p88 Apr 2008
In this qualitative study, the authors explored definitions of multicultural competence given by 99 frontline human service providers. The providers had no formal training in counseling but served in a helping role. Seven thematic definitions emerged: color blindness, client focused, acknowledgment of cultural differences, textbook consistent, resource driven, skills-based, and self-integrated. Implications for multicultural competence are discussed. (Contains 2 tables.)
Descriptors: Cultural Pluralism, Cross Cultural Training, Qualitative Research, Cultural Awareness, Human Services, Race, Cultural Differences
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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