Complete at least two of the ‘Implicit Association Tests’ (race, gender, sexual orientation, etc.) via ‘Project Implicit’ located in the Topic 3 resources. W

Complete at least two of the "Implicit Association Tests" (race, gender, sexual orientation, etc.) via "Project Implicit" located in the Topic 3 resources.

Write a 500-750-word reflection that addresses the following:

• An identification of the test you completed.
• A summary of the results.
• An overview of your impressions (address both your strengths and areas of growth in your discussion).
• A discussion about how you plan to address areas of growth and increase your cultural competence as an addiction counselor.
• A minimum of three goals in your plan related to increasing your cultural competence. Your goals should be specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and time bound (S.M.A.R.T.).
• A discussion about why it is important for counselors to understand their biases in regard to racial and cultural differences.

Include a minimum of two peer-reviewed journal articles in your response (published within the last 3-5 years).

While APA style is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected, and documentation of sources should be presented using APA formatting guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.

This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

You are required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite. A link to the LopesWrite technical support articles is located in Course Resources if you need assistance.

This assignment meets the following NASAC Standards:

19) Understand the importance of self-awareness in one's personal, professional, and cultural life.

121) Conduct culturally appropriate self-evaluations of professional performance, applying ethical, legal, and professional standards to enhance self-awareness and performance.