NUR 0053 - INTRODUCTION TO INCLUSION, EQUITY, AND DIVERSITY IN HEALTH CARE

Minimum Credits: 1
Maximum Credits: 1
The purpose of this course is to increase understanding of how health care relates to the concepts of inclusion, equity and diversity domestically and globally. It will provide an overview of how these concepts influence the health of individuals and populations, and our role in applying them. We will define diversity in its broadest meaning but focus on exploring local communities looking at diversity in culture, race, ethnicity, gender, ability, socioeconomics, sexual orientation, and immigration. During this exploration, community strengths and capacity to promote positive change will be presented. The goals of this course are to increase our value of and advocacy for inclusion, equity and diversity in health care. Learning activities will support skill development to interact productively with a variety of individuals and groups. Key components of this course are direct engagement with diverse individuals, self-reflection, and community-engaged learning.
Academic Career: Undergraduate
Course Component: Lecture
Grade Component: H/S/U Basis
Course Requirements: PLAN: Nursing - BSN

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