Associate Professor, Health Behavior & Health Education
3 Learning Experiences
Addressing Racial Health Inequity in Healthcare
What You'll Learn
- Recognize the historical backdrop that created disproportionate disease burden within racial/ethnic groups
- Critically appraise approaches to address racial inequity in healthcare, all within the US and international contexts
- Explain factors within the structure and delivery of healthcare that cause racial and ethnic disparities in health status and outcomes
3-Course Series
38 hours
13 hours per course (approx.)
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About Addressing Racial Health Inequity in Healthcare
Recent events have once again put a spotlight on 400+ years of racism that has deeply entrenched our everyday structures, notably healthcare delivery. There is a significant need to provide a deep skillset to learners who have significant potential to change this system towards equity. Reducing racial and ethnic health disparities is core to the mission of public health. The healthcare delivery system contributes to these disparities in unique and complex ways.
In this MOOC series, we will learn about the sociological contributions and historical backdrop of why racial inequities exist in healthcare. We will also critically analyze the various causes of racial inequities in healthcare. And lastly, we will go through approaches to achieving equity in healthcare.
Skills You'll Gain
- Public Health
- Healthcare Financing
- Community Health Improvement
- Healthcare Quality
- Diversity Equity & Inclusion Initiatives
- Health Equity
- Policy Analysis
- Healthcare Strategy
- Diversity Equity & Inclusion Policies
- Social Justice
What You'll Earn
- Certificate of Completion
- Certificates of completion acknowledge knowledge acquired upon completion of a non-credit course or program.
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Beginner Level
No prior experience required.
Series Video
3 Courses in this series
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Free U-M Access CourseHistory of Racial Inequity in Healthcare
Examine the historical roots of racial health inequities in the U.S. and explore systems that impact access to care.
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Free U-M Access CourseCauses of Racial Inequity in Healthcare
Explore systemic drivers of racial health disparities in financing, access, bias, and historical injustices in U.S. healthcare.
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Free U-M Access CourseAchieving Health Equity in Healthcare
Explore legal, policy, and community strategies to reduce racial health disparities and improve access and outcomes in healthcare.
