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Multicultural Psychology

This document discusses multicultural psychology. It defines key terms like culture, multicultural, and multiculturalism. Multicultural psychology is the systematic study of human behavior as it occurs in settings where people of different backgrounds interact. It is important to study because of increasing immigration and diversity. The document outlines the education and training needed to work in this field, including bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees. It provides examples of schools offering programs in multicultural psychology and discusses careers in areas like business, counseling, research, education and public policy. Salaries for multicultural psychologists range from $45,000 to $82,000 according to sources from 2012 to 2014.

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Multicultural Psychology

This document discusses multicultural psychology. It defines key terms like culture, multicultural, and multiculturalism. Multicultural psychology is the systematic study of human behavior as it occurs in settings where people of different backgrounds interact. It is important to study because of increasing immigration and diversity. The document outlines the education and training needed to work in this field, including bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees. It provides examples of schools offering programs in multicultural psychology and discusses careers in areas like business, counseling, research, education and public policy. Salaries for multicultural psychologists range from $45,000 to $82,000 according to sources from 2012 to 2014.

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  • Multicultural Psychology: Introduction to the study of multicultural psychology and its significance in diverse societies.
  • Culture: Exploration of cultural diversity and its manifestations in different societies.
  • Definitions: Clarification of key terms and definitions related to multicultural psychology.
  • What is Culture?: Discusses the components and aspects that define culture within the context of human societies.
  • What is Multicultural?: Defining multiculturalism and the interaction of multiple cultures within a society.
  • What is Multiculturalism?: Understanding multiculturalism and its role in fostering diversity and equality.
  • What is Psychology?: Overview of psychology as a scientific discipline exploring mental functions and behaviors.
  • Cross-Cultural Psychology: Examines the role of culture in shaping behavior, thought, and emotions across different societies.
  • Multicultural Psychology: Explores how cultural background impacts human behavior in varied settings.
  • Why Study Multicultural Psychology?: Discusses the importance of understanding multicultural psychology in today’s global context.
  • Immigration: Addresses the impact of immigration on cultural diversity and adjustment processes.
  • Differential Birthrates: Explains how varying birth rates influence cultural and demographic changes.
  • Education and Training: Explores the role of education in training professionals in multicultural psychology fields.
  • Educational Requirements: Outlines the academic qualifications needed for careers in multicultural psychology.
  • Schools Offering Multicultural Psychology: Lists institutions offering programs or courses in multicultural psychology internationally and locally.
  • Careers in Multicultural Psychology: Discusses career paths available for multicultural psychologists in various fields such as business, counseling, and research.
  • Salary of Multicultural Psychologists: Provides salary information and financial data for professionals in multicultural psychology fields.

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Multicultural
Psychology

CULTURE

Definitio
ns..

WHAT IS CULTURE?
The complex whole which
includes knowledge, belief,
arts, morals, law, custom
and any other capabilities
and habits acquired by man
as a member of society

WHAT IS MULTICULTURAL?
of, relating to, reflecting, or
adapted to diverse cultures

WHAT IS
MULTICULTURALISM?

is the recognition and


acceptance of human
diversity. It gives
equal status to
different ethnic, racial
and cultural groups.

WHAT IS PSYCHOLOGY?
an academic and
applied discipline
that involves the
scientific study of
mental functions and
behaviors.

CROSS-CULTURAL PSYCHOLOGY
IS..
is the study of cultures role
in understanding behaviour,
thought and emotion.
(Bullock, 2013)
Cross cultural psychologists
compare the nature of
psychological process in
different cultures with a
particular focus on whether
psychological phenomena

MULTICULTURAL PSYCHOLOGY
IS..
The systematic
study of all
aspects of human
behavior as it
occurs in settings
where people of
different
backgrounds

WHY STUDY?
Why BOTHER?

MULTICULTURAL
PSYCHOLOGY?

WHY

HIGHER
IMMIGRATIO
N RATES

Differential Birthrates..

EDUCATION AND
TRAINING

A cross cultural
psychologist
studies human
behavior and the
mental
processes
related to the
changes and
differences in

These
psychologists
attempt to
discover the
universal
emotions and
behaviors among
all the

Educational
Requirements

Bachelor
s Degree
One must acquire a
bachelors degree
in psychology for a
basic
understanding of
the subject.

Masters
Degree
In a masters program,
one learns about the
methods of research that
allow for the discovery of
different cultures and
their characteristics.

Doctoral
Degree
For more
education, one
could apply for a
Ph.D. program in
this concentration.

SCHOOLS OFFERING MULTICULTURAL


PSYCHOLOGY

INTERNATIONAL:
California School of
Professional
Psychology - Alliant
International
University

University of
Rhode Island

University Of
Phoenix

High Point
University

Local:
Universit
y of
Santo
Thomas

Careers in
Multicultural
Psychology

BUSINESS

The business world seeks cultural psychologists to


work in foreign countries to understand differences in
cultural traditions, practices and business styles.

COUNSELING

Counseling psychologists may enjoy careers helping


people from diverse cultural backgrounds adjust and
cope with the challenges that immigrant life presents.

RESEARCH
Research in the field of
cultural psychology offers
the opportunity for
psychologists to make a
significant contribution
toward improving the
lives of under-served and
under-recognized people
from diverse backgrounds

Policy
Cultural
psychologists can
make a tangible,
meaningful impact
on the lives of those
affected by
multicultural issues
by working in the
area of public policy.

Education

Cultural psychologists may therefore choose to work in


the field of academia, teaching courses to undergraduate
and graduate-level students in colleges or universities.

SALARY OF MULTICULTURAL
PSYCHOLOGISTS
AS OF 2014, Multicultural Psychology
Assistant Professor Tenure-track in
Shippensburg, PA $45,000
AS OF 2012, $82,000. ([Link])
According To Bureau Of Labor Statistics,
As Of 2010, median salary of $42,480 is
received by multicultural counselors

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