Once you’ve gained some general knowledge of the cultural group you wish to serve, the next step is the actual hands-on delivery of culturally competent, culturally relevant services.  The Cross-Cultural Skills segment presents straight forward tools and techniques for effective cross-cultural work.

 

 

After viewing this segment, consider the following questions:

▶ What is the difference between cross-cultural skills and other interpersonal skills needed by helping professionals?

▶  Which cross-cultural skills may require specific knowledge of a particular cultural group?

▶  Which cross-cultural skills may be applied to all cross-cultural relationships?