Explore the shift from cultural competence frameworks toward a more dynamic practice of cultural humility. Participants will explore how this paradigm shift transforms therapeutic relationships through continuous self-reflection, client-centered learning, and power-balanced partnerships. The course examines practical strategies for implementing cultural humility in diverse clinical settings, addressing implicit bias, navigating power differentials, and fostering genuine cross-cultural engagement. Through case studies and reflective exercises, clinicians will develop skills to create more authentic, responsive therapeutic environments that honor clients’ cultural identities and lived experiences.
Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to
- Differentiate between cultural competence and cultural humility frameworks, including identifying the limitations of cultural competence approaches.
- Implement reflective practices that identify personal biases, cultural assumptions, and power dynamics within the therapeutic relationship.
- Demonstrate strategies for implementing cultural humility in practice, including self-awareness development, acknowledging limitations, and addressing power dynamics in therapeutic relationships.
Syllabus:
Introduction
- Overview of Learning Objectives
- Personal Reflection
Objective 1: Frameworks & Key Concepts
- Cultural Competence
- Cultural Humility
- Principles & Limitation
Objective 2: Reflective Practices
- Implicit Bias
- Power Dynamics
- Cultural Assumptions
Objective 3: Strategies for Implementation
- Self-Awareness Development
- Acknowledging Limitations
- Measuring Progress
Summary/Q&A
- Key Takeaways & Next Steps
Social workers completing this course receive 2 Cultural Competency asynchronous continuing education credits.
For other board approvals, this course qualifies for 2 hours of Cultural Competency continuing education training.
Instructor: Ashley Esry, LCSW, LCAS
Recording Date: May 21, 2025
CEUS On-Demand, LLC, provider #2274, is approved as an ACE provider to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 08/7/2026 - 08/6/2027. Social workers completing this course receive 2hrs Cultural Competency continuing education credits.
CEUs On-Demand, LLC has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7091. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. CEUs On-Demand, LLC is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.
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