Cultural Competence Survey

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* 1. Place select the phrases that best describe you. (Check all that apply)

I have limited knowledge about different cultures.

I am aware that culture is constantly changing.

I am very aware that cultural differences exist.

I utilize my knowledge, awareness, and sensitivity to change my behavior, attitude, and practices for better outcomes in relationships or in my practice setting.

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* 2. Individuals and organizations have varying levels of cultural awareness, knowledge, and skill that occur on a continuum. Where would you place your work environment on the cultural competence continuum?

Cultural Destructiveness – attitudes, policies, structures, and practices are destructive to particular cultural groups.

Cultural Incapacity – lacks the capacity to effectively meet the needs, interests, and preferences of culturally and linguistically diverse groups.

Cultural Blindness – “We treat all people the same.” We choose to ignore our level of competence rather than truly reflect on how to improve our practice.

Cultural Pre-Competence – there is an increasing awareness of strengths and areas for growth with culturally/linguistically diverse populations.

Cultural Competency – demonstrates acceptance and respect by using increased awareness to take action.

Cultural Proficiency – continues the process of self- evaluation and develops continuing plans for improvement.

Unsure

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* 3. What best describes your confidence in acknowledging and discussing cultural differences with the children and families you work with?

Extremely Confident

Confident

Not Sure

Sometimes Confident

Not at All Confident

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* 4. List some things that you believe are important aspects of a family's culture.

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* 5. Would you like to learn more about becoming culturally proficient?

Yes