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Emerging Cultural Competence Paper

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Resource: Grading Criteria - Emerging Cultural Competence Paper

Develop a 2,100- to 2,800-page paper describing your self-awareness and cultural background.

Use your ethnic genogram and the results from your Learning Team discussion as references.

Include the following information in the paper:

· How you identify yourself when reflecting on your cultural heritage, age, religious affiliation, socioeconomic status, and so forth.

· Your background and identification of family of origin

· The values, beliefs, philosophies, attitudes, or opinions you hold that are similar to your family: Are they similar to the dominant culture? How and from whom did you learn them?

· Religious, gender, or cultural influences or hindrances that occurred when you decided to become a counselor: Was anyone opposed to or supportive of your decision? Why?

· Personal biases, limitations, or prejudices held that may hinder your effectiveness as a counselor

· Personal strengths or abilities possessed that may positively influence your effectiveness with diverse clients

Format the paper consistent with APA guidelines.

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