Cultural Diversity and Cultural Competency

Tuition: $59
Hours: 2

Instructor

Course Description

***COMING SOON*** We are waiting on approval for this course to meet Oregon's mandatory requirement for Cultural Competency. For now, it is approved under GENERAL CE hours for all states EXCLUDING the ones on the right.

This two-hour distant based course will address cultural diversity and why it is important to understand when treating patients. The doctor will learn that by embracing cultural competence and diversity in healthcare, they can improve the overall quality of care to their patients.

This class has a little reading material but the bulk of the material is presented in video.

Evaluation

The content of this course is provided through an online video and reading material in which the learner’s participation (time) is actively tracked and logged. A minimum of two hours is required. There will be at least three questions for every hour of the class. The learner must receive a score of 80% of the total possible points and log at least two hours to receive credit for the course. Learners not achieving the pass rate will be directed to additional study by the instructor and allowed to re-take the examination.

No textbooks required. Computer and Internet service required for completion of this course. Funding sources and potential conflicts of interest statement: No funds were received, underwritten or subsidized by any vendors of any goods including supplies or services for this course.

Outline

  • What is cultural diversity and why is it important?
  • Why is it important to value diversity?
  • Culture competency
  • How to promote diversity in the office

 

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Objectives

  • Recognize the importance of developing skills related to cultural sensitivity.
  • Identify the importance of clinical skills related to diverse patient populations.

Disclaimer

All opinions, viewpoints and recommendations contained in this presentation represent those of the author alone and do not represent the opinions, viewpoints, or recommendations of any organization with which the author may be affiliated, including, without limitation, the the ACBSP.  This work is intended to provide current and accurate information about the subjects covered and is designed to help doctors of chiropractic to maintain their professional expertise. This publication and accompanying program are offered with the understanding that neither the speakers nor sponsoring organizations are rendering any therapeutic or other professional services. Individuals using this publication or orally conveyed information in dealing with a patient's care should also fully research original and current sources of authority.