PSYC 3309 - Multicultural Psychology

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: PSYC 2300
Prerequisites/Corequisites: Prerequisite PSYC 2300

Multicultural Psychology is the comparative study of cultural effects on mental processes and human behavior. Psychological diversity and the links between cultural norms and behavior, and social/cultural forces that influence human activities, will be examined. Theories, research, and skills will be explored so that students can acquire the multicultural competencies for effective work with children and adolescents from diverse backgrounds (i.e., culture, race, ethnicity, social class, religion, gender, sexual orientation) in multicultural environments (i.e., public schools, community organizations, behavioral health agencies, social justice advocacy and leadership). Students will be active learners through critical readings, class discussions, debates, and group projects.

New course approved Fall 2019. First term offered Spring 2020.

Term Offered: Spring