HR006 - Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace

Diversity and inclusion are two important components of improving equality and advancement in the workplace. One cannot fully prosper without the other. This course is designed to provide both health care workers and employers a deeper understanding on the topic, a review of applicable federal laws, and guidance on how to implement the concepts of diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Learning objectives:

1. Define diversity; 
2. Explain the concept of inclusion as it applies to the workplace;
3. Discuss systemic discrimination;
4. Recognize individual actions, attitudes, and beliefs that impede fairness;
5. Identify ways to become more culturally aware;
6. Describe federal laws that apply to diversity in the workplace.

To successfully complete this course, you must attain a minimum score of 80% on the final exam and complete the course training survey.

Continuing education: 1.0 Category II CPE credits by the Board for Orthotist/Prosthetist Certification (BOC); VGM Education is authorized by IACET to offer 0.1 CEUs for this program.