Title
A Systems Analysis of Multicultural Education in the Training of Clinical Psychologists
Date of Award
2020
Document Type
Doctoral Research Paper
Degree Name
Psy.D.
Organizational Unit
Graduate School of Professional Psychology
First Advisor
Laura Meyer
Second Advisor
Shelly Smith-Acuña
Third Advisor
Brieanne Kohrt
Fourth Advisor
William E. Cross, Jr.
Keywords
Systems theory, Multicultural education, Clinical training, Cilinical psychology
Abstract
This theoretical paper applies systems theory to analysis of multicultural education in doctoral programs in clinical psychology in the United States that are accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA). Using core concepts of systems theory—context, communication, early templates, circular causality, and change processes—this paper articulates the stakeholder perspectives and relational dynamics that operate when multiculturalism is taught in this training setting. From the theoretical concepts, the author derives recommendations intended for Directors of Clinical Training (DCTs), APA policymakers, educators, and researchers, who possess the power to promulgate changes at all levels, from shifts in institutions to shifts in the experience of individual students.
Publication Statement
Copyright held by the author. Permanently suppressed.
Extent
71 pgs
Recommended Citation
Simmons, Amanda R., "A Systems Analysis of Multicultural Education in the Training of Clinical Psychologists" (2020). Graduate School of Professional Psychology: Doctoral Papers and Masters Projects. 347.
https://digitalcommons.du.edu/capstone_masters/347