Implicit Bias in Healthcare

Course Description

This course is designed to raise awareness about the concept of implicit bias in the healthcare field. Implicit bias is an unconscious and often unintentional bias that affects our understanding, actions, and decisions. In healthcare, these biases can affect patient care and lead to health disparities. This course aims to help caregivers identify their own implicit biases, understand how these biases can influence their interactions with patients, and develop strategies to mitigate the effects of these biases on patient care. It's essential for anyone involved in providing care, regardless of their role or setting.

What will be taught topics

• Discuss the impact of implicit bias on patient care
• Identify common implicit biases in healthcare
• Understand how to recognize your own implicit biases
• Learn strategies for mitigating implicit bias in healthcare

Lesson list

• Introduction to Implicit Bias
• Implicit Bias and Its Impact on Patient Care
• Common Implicit Biases in Healthcare
• Knowledge Review
• Recognizing Your Own Implicit Biases
• Strategies for Mitigating Implicit Bias
• Exam- Implicit Bias in Healthcare