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Cultural Competence Checklist: Personal Reflection 

_____________________ *While several sources were consulted in the development of this checklist, the following document inspired its design: Goode, T. D. (1989, revised 2002). Promoting cultural and linguistic competence self-assessment checklist for personnel Providing services and supports in early intervention and childhood settings.

Reference this material as: American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. (2010). Cultural Competence Checklist: Personal reflection. Available from www.asha.org/uploadedFiles/practice/multicultural/personalreflections.pdf.

© Copyright 2010 American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. All rights reserved.

This tool was developed to heighten your awareness of how you view clients/patients from culturally and linguistically diverse (CLD) populations. *There is no answer key; however, you should review responses that you rated 5, 4, and even 3.  

 

___ I treat all of my clients with respect for their culture. ___ I do not impose my beliefs and value systems on

my clients, their family members, or their friends. ___ I believe that it is acceptable to use a language

other than English in the U.S. ___ I accept my clients’ decisions as to the degree to

which they choose to acculturate into the dominant culture.

___ I provide services to clients who are GLBTQ (Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, or Questioning).

___ I am driven to respond to others’ insensitive comments or behaviors.

___ I do not participate in insensitive comments or behaviors.

___ I am aware that the roles of family members may differ within or across culture or families.

___ I recognize family members and other designees as decision makers for services and support.

___ I respect non-traditional family structures (e.g., divorced parents, same gender parents, grandparents as caretakers).

___ I understand the difference between a communication disability and a communication difference.

___ I understand that views of the aging process may influence the clients’/families’ decision to seek intervention.

___ I understand that there are several American English dialects. I recognize that all English speakers use a dialect of English.

I understand that the use of a foreign accent or limited English skill is not a reflection of: ___ Reduced intellectual capacity ___ The ability to communicate clearly and effectively

in a native language

I understand how culture can affect child-rearing practices such as: ___ Discipline ___ Dressing ___ Toileting ___ Feeding ___ Self-help skills ___ Expectations for the future ___ Communication

I understand the impact of culture on life activities, such as: ___ Education ___ Family roles ___ Religion/faith-based practices ___ Gender roles ___ Alternative medicine ___ Customs or superstitions ___ Employment ___ Perception of time ___ Views of wellness ___ Views of disabilities ___ The value of Western medical treatment

I understand my clients’ cultural norms may influence communication in many ways, including: ___ Eye contact ___ Interpersonal space ___ Use of gestures ___ Comfort with silence ___ Turn-taking ___ Topics of conversation ___ Asking and responding to questions ___ Greetings ___ Interruptions ___ Use of humor ___ Decision-making roles

 

Ratings: 1 Strongly Agree 2 Agree 3 Neutral 4 Disagree 5 Strongly Disagree

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