Course Description

Social Work 280E Intercultural Understanding and Communication in Multicultural Canada

This course describes and analyzes multiculturalism as a unique feature of Canadian society. The roots and dynamics of Canada's multiculturalism will be examined as will the issue of racism and the challenges involved in confronting racist attitudes and practices, especially in the human services' sector. Understanding and communication in a culturally diverse context will also be addressed, especially as regards human service workers.

Antirequisite: Social Work 465a/b, if taken in 1992-93, 1993-94, 1994-95, or 2001-02; and Social Work 423a/b.

3 hours.

(May be substituted by Social Work students for two fourth-year Social Work electives)

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