What will you learn in Health Across the Gender Spectrum Course
Understand gender identity, gender expression, and how they intersect with health.
Explore the challenges faced by transgender and gender-diverse individuals in healthcare settings.
Learn inclusive healthcare practices that affirm gender identity and promote dignity.
Recognize barriers to care and strategies for improving the patient experience.
Program Overview
Module 1: Introduction to Gender Identity
⏱️ 1 week
Topics: Key terminology (cisgender, transgender, nonbinary), lived experiences of gender-diverse individuals.
Hands-on: Personal narrative videos and guided reflection.
Module 2: Health Disparities & Barriers
⏱️ 1 week
Topics: Healthcare inequalities, discrimination, mental health challenges.
Hands-on: Case studies on patient-provider interactions.
Module 3: Best Practices for Inclusive Care
⏱️ 1 week
Topics: Culturally competent care, using inclusive language, supporting patient autonomy.
Hands-on: Role-playing scenarios and affirming care strategies.
Module 4: Voices of Experience
⏱️ 1 week
Topics: Interviews and real stories from transgender and gender-diverse people, family members, and providers.
Hands-on: Journaling exercises and discussion forums.
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Job Outlook
Increasing demand for inclusive healthcare professionals.
Essential for careers in nursing, social work, psychology, and public health.
Prepares learners to improve equity and respect in medical and educational environments.
Enhances communication and cultural competence in patient care.
Specification: Health Across the Gender Spectrum
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