Course Summary
This course explores the unique experiences, needs, and challenges faced by Deaf, DeafBlind, DeafDisabled, and Hard of Hearing communities in accessing medical healthcare. Participants will learn about deafness and Deaf culture to identify barriers to care, understand health disparities, and apply standards of care to ensure equitable health outcomes. This course emphasizes the importance of taking a linguistically and culturally responsive approach in clinical practice, guiding participants in developing personalized action plans to better serve deaf and hard of hearing patients. Through research-based text, vicarious observation, and practical exercises, learners will gain the knowledge and skills to improve healthcare equity and outcomes for these communities.
Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to:
- Distinguish differences in experiences and needs, and identify existing barriers to behavioral healthcare for Deaf, DeafBlind, DeafDisabled, and Hard of Hearing people.
- Demonstrate knowledge of the standards of care required in behavioral healthcare for Deaf, DeafBlind, DeafDisabled, and Hard of Hearing people.
- Create a personal action plan for serving Deaf and Hard of Hearing clients/patients.
Learning Audience
The learners for this training are physical health providers (e.g., Primary Care Physicians, Physician Assistants, Nurse Practitioners, etc.), and other professionals who support or serve individuals related to physical and medical health.
Course Duration
