Region V Public Health Training Center
Culturally Competent Public Health Practice for Deaf and Hard of Hearing
This is an introductory course offering CHES and CPH — Free
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Expires
CEU
CHES
CPH
Cost
Free
Time to Start
< 3 minutes
Length
1.25 hours
Overview
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In 2016, the National Institute of Health, Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD) reported that 15% of American adults had reported some form of trouble hearing. In parallel to this is the growing concern over the lack of interpreters and how this affects the health field and medical service providers. With an obvious chasm in communication, the need for culturally relevant information is evident.
This training will present tools and knowledge for working with the deaf and hard of hearing community, as well as common misconceptions about deaf culture and sub-cultures within the community.
What You'll Learn
- Create awareness of deaf culture and sub-cultures within the deaf community.
- Discuss the benefits and importance of working with a sign interpreter.
- Identify gaps in health literacy among the deaf community.
- Formulate best methods for working with deaf and hard of hearing community.
Competency Terms
Communication Skills
Information Dissemination
Facilitation
Cultural Competency Skills
Population Diversity
Workforce Diversity
Related Occupations
Community Health Worker
Department/Bureau Director
Deputy Director
Health Educator
Health Officer
Home Health Worker
Human Resources Personnel
Other - Schools
Other Professional
Other Registered Nurse-Clinical Services
Public health - multiple occupations will benefit
Social Services Counselor
Social Worker