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Cultural Diversity and Mental Health
Duration 1 day
Course Overview Central Training's Cultural Diversity and Mental Health training is designed to deepen the candidates' understanding around the different cultural perceptions about mental health in themselves, their co-workers and their clients within a multicultural society with a diverse range of backgrounds and cultural experiences. The trainer will aim to explore how cultural diversity might sometimes challenge but also enrich client work, as well as inform everyday interactions with different cultures and experiences. Finally, the candidates will have the opportunity to discuss the importance of equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace, reflect on the issue of unconscious bias and practice how to navigate challenging situations with clients when cultural difference is present.
Learning Outcomes The course aims to equip delegates with the skills to: Understand different cultural perceptions towards mental health Explore how culture affects stigma and discriminationDevelop understanding around community pressure & expectationExplore our own biases when it comes to cultural understanding, including othering and shameDevelop awareness around Unconscious BiasExplore the importance of Equality, Diversity & Inclusion in the WorkplaceNavigate challenging situations when cultural difference is presentExplore how to implement this understanding into our practice and approach
Methods of Delivery This training is interactive and employs group work, presentations and case studies. Delegates are provided with comprehensive learner notes to facilitate learning.
- Course Content
- Audience
- Training Considerations
- Certification
- Related Courses
Course Content
- Cultural Influence on Mental Health
- Unconscious Bias
- Navigating Challenge
- Stigma, Discrimination & Shame
- Cultural Pressure / Expectation
- Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
- Exploration of Implementation
Target Audience
All front line staff looking to expand their understanding of human behaviour, and looking to develop a deeper awareness around their clients' responses.
Training Considerations
There are no pre-training requirements for this course.
Certification
Upon completion of the course, the delegates will receive a certificate of attendance.
Related Courses
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Reflective Practice & Observational Skills
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