What you'll learn
Recognize the historical backdrop that created disproportionate disease burden within racial/ethnic groups.
Explain factors within the structure and delivery of healthcare that cause racial and ethnic disparities in health status and outcomes.
Critically appraise approaches to address racial inequity in healthcare, all within the US and international contexts.
Skills you'll gain
Cultural Diversity
Social Sciences
Diversity Awareness
Social Justice
Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives
Health Systems
Healthcare Ethics
Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI)
Biology
Socioeconomics
Healthcare Industry Knowledge
Cultural Responsiveness
Specialization - 3 course series
Course 3: learners will select a country or U.S. state and create an intervention to address a specific racial/ethnic disparity in healthcare, allowing them to think through the possible interventions and solutions to address a specific disparity in healthcare.
Causes of Racial Inequity in Healthcare
Achieving Health Equity in Healthcare