Recognition of multicultural competence as an essential component of ethical counseling practice is a growing trend. This article presents a historical perspective of salient events that have contributed to forging a link between multicultural competence and ethical behavior. Multicultural counseling is traced from its beginnings to its emergence at a position of prominence in the profession, along with the development of ethical guidelines over time. This time line depicts the infusion of multicultural considerations into ethical standards and provides a perspective for examining the current status of multicultural competence as an ethical mandate. Implications for the counseling profession are offered.
Purpose
This paper includes a proposed model for working with diverse students both in the classroom and as faculty mentors. This paper aims to provide guidelines on creating a collaborative learning community, helping students engage in cultural self-awareness and mentoring minority students.
Design/methodology/approach
As a conceptual piece, this manuscript is a working model which has been implemented in instructor pedagogy for the past five years.
Findings
Support for this model primarily comes from student evaluations and feedback.
Originality/value
This manuscript will provide valuable teaching tools and insight into multicultural pedagogy.
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