Targeted Audience: CHILDREN'S ALLIANCE OF KANSAS Course Participants.

Participants in this training will understand general concepts regarding cultural competency when working with children and families. Participants will be able to list at least three specific cultural norms, values, codes of conduct, traditions and child rearing practices of ethnic, cultural and other groups served by programs. Participants will also be able to reflect on cultural norms and codes of conduct in assessing an individual’s or family’s behavior as well as distinguish how discrimination, racism, sexism, ageism, homophobia and other forms of discrimination and oppression can impact individual and family development and functioning. Participants will define cultural child-rearing practices through researching different methods and discussing their findings. This course is instructor-led and interactive through discussions and assignments in course discussion boards.