Ethics & Identifying Barriers to Health

This online self-directed micro-credential in Ethics & Identifying Barriers to Health equips learners with a robust understanding of ethical principles in healthcare and the ability to identify and address barriers to care. Through engaging modules covering topics such as patient autonomy, confidentiality, and equitable access to healthcare, participants will develop critical thinking skills to navigate complex ethical dilemmas in clinical practice. Learning Outcomes: 1. Identify individual and community barriers to healthcare and relate these barriers on how individuals can make a more equitable and inclusive environment. 2. Describe the healthcare professional's role as an advocate for the patient's right to accessible, safe and competent care, consistent with current legislation, practice standards and ethical principles.?? 3 Analyze and apply ethical principles in healthcare settings to identify and address barriers to care, including issues related to patient autonomy, confidentiality, and equitable access to healthcare services. 4. Identify critical thinking skills to navigate complex ethical dilemmas, evaluate the impact of healthcare policies and practices on patient outcomes, and advocate for ethical treatment and healthcare equity within diverse healthcare settings. 5. Analyze ethical reasoning and problem-solving skills to address barriers to healthcare access and delivery, proposing innovative strategies and interventions to promote health equity, patient-centered care, and social responsibility within diverse healthcare settings. Total class hours - 5