Intercultural Competence

Course code PIDP 3310

Credit 1.0

Length 15.0 hours

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This course will focus on the challenges and opportunities of teaching in contexts of increasing cultural diversity. Participants will examine benefits and drawbacks of using models of culture and cultural values in analyzing classroom behaviours. Participants will identify strategies for promoting inclusion, respect, and trusting relationships between students in multicultural groups of learners.

Prerequisites

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What you will learn

  • Models of cultural difference and values
    Intercultural conflict
    Culturally responsive instruction

How to register

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

Course schedules

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CRN# Duration Delivery Location
60493 July 13, 2026
to July 31, 2026
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Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.

CRN# Duration Delivery Location
43155 April 13, 2026
to May 3, 2026
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Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.

Contact us

If you have any question, please email at advising@vcc.ca.

Additional information

1. Actual curriculum products / portfolio created and used by the applicant in their workplace which are judged equivalent to course assignments.
2. A successful interview with the SIE Department Head or delegate.
3. An essay that describes the development of their thinking on the themes, issues, and concepts in the course.

† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.

Indigenous Territory Acknowledgment

VCC is located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples, and we acknowledge our privilege to be here.