Ableism in Healthcare: Recognition and Response

Course Summary

This course addresses the pervasive issue of ableism in healthcare. People with disabilities face significantly worse health outcomes than those without: Adults with disabilities are four times more likely to report poor health than the general population (40.3% versus 9.9%). By the end of the course, participants will gain a deeper understanding of ableism's impact on health and learn strategies to create a more inclusive healthcare environment.

Learning Objectives

Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to:

1. Define Disability and Ableism.
2. Describe Models of Disability.
3. Summarize the Historical and Social Context of Disability Rights.
4. Identify Strategies to Address Ableism in Healthcare.

Learning Audience

The learners for this training are behavioral health service providers, social workers, counselors, peer support specialists, and other professionals who support individuals with substance use and behavioral health conditions.

Course Duration

• 60 minutes

Content Contributors

• Alicia Wong, MD, MPH, MA
• Cali Wilson, Lived Experience Expert
• Alison Sbrana, Lived Experience Expert