M24 Cultural Competence in Addiction Counselling 2020 Edition

• ACCSA is Addiction Counselor Certifications South Africa Pty (Ltd).
• Module 24 focuses on Cultural Competence in Addiction Counselling.
• The content is compiled from SAMHSA TIP (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration Treatment Improvement Protocols).

Table of Contents:

• Section 1: Introduction to Cultural Competence
  • Purpose and Objectives of the Manual: To help counsellors and organizations progress toward cultural competence; to integrate cultural factors into evaluation and treatment; to motivate professionals to broaden cultural awareness and respect diversity.
  • Core Assumptions: Counsellors need organizational support; understanding race, ethnicity, and culture is necessary; cultural competence improves therapeutic decision-making; consideration of culture is important at all levels; achieving cultural competence requires diverse participation; public advocacy increases trust.
  • What Is Cultural Competence?: A set of congruent behaviors, attitudes, and policies that enable effective work in cross-cultural situations.
  • Why Is Cultural Competence Important?: Provides clients with culturally congruent services; increases use and cost-effectiveness; empowers community, clients, and staff; attracts and retains a diverse workforce; reinforces counselor self-exploration; and prepares clients to embrace diversity.
  • How Is Cultural Competence Achieved?: Through awareness, commitment, skill