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Paths Forward for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Healthcare

Paths Forward for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Healthcare

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Course

Learn about diversity, equity, and inclusion in healthcare. Understand their significance and how they impact both healthcare professionals and patient care.

Nationally & state accredited

Pharmacy

Course Features

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What you'll learn

At the conclusion of this continuing education activity, the participant will be able to:

  1. Review core concepts of diversity, equity, and inclusion

  2. Discuss current disparities in the healthcare profession

  3. Identify steps towards expanding diversity, equity, and inclusion in healthcare

Course description

Notable disparities are present both with regard to individuals in the healthcare profession as well as in the delivery of healthcare to the patient population. Increasing awareness of the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion is important for expanding access to high-quality healthcare. This presentation will be designed to introduce the audience to an important national level dialogue on the concepts of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Additionally, this topic will be tailored to understanding how DEI relates to healthcare practice and note specific steps the profession is taking to improve DEI at an organizational level.

Course content

  • Paths Forward for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Healthcare

  • Learning Objectives

  • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

  • Diversity

  • Equality ≠ Equity

  • Inclusion

  • Relationships Between Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

  • System 1 and System 2 Thinking

  • Implicit Bias

  • Bias

  • Disparities among Healthcare Workers

  • Why should we prioritize diversity, equity, & inclusion?

  • Gender Inequity & Sexual Harassment in the Pharmacy Profession

  • Disparities in Patient Outcomes

  • The Practice of Race-Based Medicine

  • Understanding Health Equity

  • Health Disparities vs Health Differences

  • Social Determinants of Health

  • Short distances to large gaps in health

  • Longstanding disparities in healthcare

  • Impact of COVID-19: “The pandemic has amplified earlier inequities”

  • Racial Disparities in ICU Outcomes

  • Racial/Ethnic Differences in Emergency Department Outcomes

  • Consequences & Impact of Race-Based Medicine on Learners

  • LGBT+

  • Historical Medical Marginalization

  • Health Disparities Compared to Heterosexual Counterparts

  • Trans 101

  • Basics of Gender-Affirming Care

  • Trans Health Disparities

  • How to Promote Inclusivity

  • Patient Case Scenarios – Case #1

  • Patient Case Scenarios – Case #2

  • Suggestions for Improving LGBT+ Outcomes

  • Expansion of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Healthcare

  • How can we overcome implicit bias?

Course details

Release Date02/07/2026
Expiration Date02/07/2029
Review Date02/07/2029
ACPE UAN0657-0000-26-005-H04-P 0657-0000-26-005-H04-T
CE Broker ID20-978944
AGD Number386503 | Course Code: 555
Activity TypeKnowledge-based
Activity FormatEnduring

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Instructor

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Andrea Sikora NewsomePharmD, MSCR, BCCCP, FCCM

Andrea Sikora Newsome, PharmD, BCPS, BCCCP, FCCM is currently a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Georgia College of Pharmacy. She received her PharmD from the University of Georgia before completing her PGY-1 and PGY-2 in Critical Care at the University of North Carolina Medical Center. She is currently pursuing her Masters of Science in Clinical Research from Emory University and is also a KL2 Scholar through the Georgia Clinical and Translational Science Alliance Program.

Ideal CE course for these professions

This continuing education course is especially relevant for these healthcare professions, but other professionals may also benefit

Dental TherapistSpeech-Language Pathology InternClinical Laboratory TechnicianCertified Respiratory TherapistSpeech-Language Pathologist - SAOccupational Therapy AssistantAdvanced Practice Nurse PrescribersPharmacistSpeech-Language Pathology AssistantCertified Nurse MidwifeSpeech-Language Pathologist Special VolunteerMidwifeLicensed MidwifeNursing Assistive PersonnelExpanded Function Dental AssistantRegistered Respiratory TherapistDental HygienistCertified Nurse AidesExpanded Function Dental AuxiliaryAdvanced Dental AssistantRegistered Nurse PractitionerAdvanced Practice NursesOccupational TherapistClinical Laboratory TechnologistClinical Laboratory DirectorForensic Nurse-CSACertified Registered Nurse AnesthetistPsychiatric NursePhysical Therapy AssistantClinical Nurse SpecialistAPRN - Certified Nurse MidwifeLicensed Practical NurseLicensed Psychiatric Technician NurseNurse PractitionerDentistRegistered NurseLicensed Nursing AssistantPhysical TherapistAdvanced Practice Registered NursePublic Health NurseLicensed Vocational NurseDental TechnicianCommunity Dental Health CoordinatorRespiratory TherapistNursing Home AdministratorRespiratory Care Practitioner Critical CareDental LabRespiratory Care PractitionerSpeech-Language Pathologist LtdCertified Nursing AssistantRespiratory Care Practitioner Non-Critical CareDenturistRegistered Dental AssistantGeneral DentistPharmacy TechnicianDental Assistant RadiographerClinical Laboratory SupervisorSpeech-Language PathologistDental Assistant

Accreditations

AchieveCE is an approved provider (Provider #50-20641) of continuing education for occupational therapy professionals.

  • Alabama State Board of Occupational Therapy

  • Arizona Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners

  • Florida Board of Occupational Therapy

  • Georgia State Board of Occupational Therapy

  • Tennessee Board of Occupational Therapy

  • Mississippi State Department of Health – Bureau of Professional Licensure for Occupational Therapists

Frequently asked questions

How many CE credits does this course provide?

This course, "Paths Forward for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Healthcare", provides 1.5 contact hours of continuing education credit upon successful completion.

Is this course accredited?

Yes, this course is accredited by Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Respiratory Therapy, Clinical Laboratory, Midwifery, Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, Dentistry, Nursing, Pharmacy. AchieveCE is an approved provider of continuing education for healthcare professionals.

Which professions is this course approved for?

This course is especially relevant for: Dental Therapist, Speech-Language Pathology Intern, Clinical Laboratory Technician, Certified Respiratory Therapist, Speech-Language Pathologist - SA, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Advanced Practice Nurse Prescribers, Pharmacist, Speech-Language Pathology Assistant, Certified Nurse Midwife, Speech-Language Pathologist Special Volunteer, Midwife, Licensed Midwife, Nursing Assistive Personnel, Expanded Function Dental Assistant, Registered Respiratory Therapist, Dental Hygienist, Certified Nurse Aides, Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary, Advanced Dental Assistant, Registered Nurse Practitioner, Advanced Practice Nurses, Occupational Therapist, Clinical Laboratory Technologist, Clinical Laboratory Director, Forensic Nurse-CSA, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, Psychiatric Nurse, Physical Therapy Assistant, Clinical Nurse Specialist, APRN - Certified Nurse Midwife, Licensed Practical Nurse, Licensed Psychiatric Technician Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Dentist, Registered Nurse, Licensed Nursing Assistant, Physical Therapist, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Public Health Nurse, Licensed Vocational Nurse, Dental Technician, Community Dental Health Coordinator, Respiratory Therapist, Nursing Home Administrator, Respiratory Care Practitioner Critical Care, Dental Lab, Respiratory Care Practitioner, Speech-Language Pathologist Ltd, Certified Nursing Assistant, Respiratory Care Practitioner Non-Critical Care, Denturist, Registered Dental Assistant, General Dentist, Pharmacy Technician, Dental Assistant Radiographer, Clinical Laboratory Supervisor, Speech-Language Pathologist, Dental Assistant. Other healthcare professionals may also benefit from this continuing education content.

How do I report my CE credits after completing this course?

Your credits are automatically and instantly reported to CE Broker and CPE Monitor upon successful completion. No manual reporting is required on your part.

Will I receive a certificate of completion?

Yes, you will receive a certificate of completion immediately after finishing the course and passing the assessment. The certificate can be downloaded and printed directly from your account.

What is your refund policy?

We offer a 30-day money-back guarantee. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, you can request a full refund within 30 days of purchase.

How long do I have to complete this course?

You have unlimited time to complete the course at your own pace. Once purchased, the course is available in your account until its expiration date. You can pause and resume at any time.

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Dawn O.Nutritionist
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I am always interested in continuing education in the areas of health, wellness, nutrition and mental health. Your course was well written, well organized and helpful in meeting state licensure requirements.

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Priya M.Occupational Therapist
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Very well written, easy to digest, time efficient, and straight to the point. Thank you!

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Cristina GRegistered Nurse
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I appreciate the convenience of the course being online and accessible through my phone and that it directly reports to CEBroker to support mandated education requirements.

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Allison B.Nurse Practitioner
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I really loved this information. I was hospitalized last year for almost a month and I noticed multiple medical errors (not being hooked up to my IV multiple times, given wrong medication which caused my sodium to be very low, etc.) which lengthened my stay. I can now define those exact errors and better understand what happened to me. I hate that these medical errors are so common and I appreciate how well laid out your breakdown and categorization of them was.

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Requirements & disclosures

Financial Disclosures

This activity was developed by AchieveCE free of any commercial support. The following individuals have indicated that they have no financial relationships with an ineligible company that may impact upon this activity:

  • Andrea Sikora Newsome, PharmD, MSCR, BCCCP, FCCM - Content Expert and Faculty

  • Patricia Dunn, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC - Nurse Planner

  • Pete Kreckel, RPh - Pharmacist Planner

  • Marie T. Fluent, DDS, CDIPC - Dentist Planner

  • Gracielle Tubera - Content Reviewer

  • Luke Porter – Content Reviewer

  • Dianne Arroyo - Activity Publisher

Passing Grade

Participants must achieve a passing score on the activity post-test, which may be 70% or 80%, depending on the course. They must also complete an activity evaluation. There are no time limits and unlimited test-taking attempts. Credits will be reported automatically to CE Broker if your license information is entered correctly in your profile.

Hardware Requirements

Windows 8.1, Windows 10, Mac OS X 10.1+, iOS 10+, Android 4.3+

Software Requirements

Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Mozilla Firefox, Adobe Acrobat Reader

Network Requirements

Broadband Internet Connection: T1, Hi-speed DSL or Cable4G cellular connection

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