EN - Health Equity and Diversity Courses

Health Equity and Diversity Courses

People belonging to less advantaged groups tend to experience disparities in their health status because of issues related to unequal social power and discrimination.  In terms of access to health care, significant inequities exist with regards to how people access and experience these services.  For example, factors such as gender, race, sexual orientation, immigration status, income and education can influence a person's access to timely, appropriate and high-quality care.

 

Introduction to Health Equity and Diversity Course
This introductory course aims to enhance the capacity of service providers to provide accessible, inclusive, equitable and accountable addiction, mental health services.

 

Asking the Right Questions 2: Talking with Clients about Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity
This interactive course prepares health care providers with knowledge and skills to best assess and support the specific needs of clients from minority sexual orientations and gender identities.

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