Cultural Diversity Basics
Shared beliefs, values, and customs of a group.
Culture
Difficulty understanding someone due to differences in spoken language.
Language Barrier
An individual’s belief in meaning, purpose, or a higher power.
Spirituality
A two-year postsecondary degree.
Associates Degree
Proof that a person has met standards set by a professional organization.
Certification
Classification of people based on national or cultural origin.
Ethnicity
The physical distance individuals prefer during interactions.
Personal Space
An organized system of faith or worship.
Religion
A four-year college degree.
Bachelor's Degree
A list of qualified workers kept by an official regulatory body.
Registration
A belief that all individuals in a group are the same.
Stereotype.
Exchange of information, ideas, or feelings.
Communication
Ideas accepted as true within a cultural or personal framework.
Beliefs
A degree earned after the bachelor's, typically an additional 1-4 years.
Masters Degree
Legal duties a healthcare worker is allowed to perform.
Scope of practice
Adapting to the dominant culture to “fit in.”
Assimilation
Respecting and recognizing others’ feelings or needs.
Sensitivity
Principles or standards a person considers important.
Values
The highest academic degree.
A doctorate.
Additional training needed to update or maintain competence.
Continuing Education
The ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds.
Cultural Competence
Unequal health outcomes among different population groups.
Health Disparity
Customs or behaviors passed down through generations.
Traditions
Government-issued authorization to work in a healthcare profession.
Licensure
A structured set of related jobs that build on skills at each level.
Career Ladder