Cultural Competence and Communication for Health Professionals

Catalog description

This course examines the upstream root causes of health inequities and explores effective, sustainable solutions. It will delve into the social and ecological factors that create health disparities, focusing on the social determinants of health and social risk factors. You will learn to apply practical, evidence-based frameworks, including community-based participatory research (CBPR) and principles of inclusive excellence. The course also emphasizes the importance of health literacy and cultural competence as essential tools for creating equitable health outcomes.