TIP 59-Improving Cultural Competence-Chapter 3

Course overview

This course examines culturally responsive evaluation and treatment planning. It includes the 9 steps important in evaluation and treatment planning: Step 1-Engage Clients, Step 2-Familiarize Clients and Their Families With Treatment and Evaluation Processes, Step 3-Endorse Collaboration in Interviews, Assessments, and Treatment Planning, Step 4-Integrate Culturally Relevant Information and Themes, Step 5-Gather Culturally Relevant Collateral Information, Step 6-Select Culturally Appropriate Screening and Assessment Tools, Step 7-Determine Readiness and Motivation for Change, Step 8- Provide Culturally Responsive Case Management, and Step 9-Incorporate Cultural Factors Into Treatment Planning.