Indigenous Cultural Safety and Humility in Canadian Healthcare Course

In today's globalized world, where interactions among individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds are increasingly common in Canada, it is essential to prioritize Cultural Safety and Humility. 

This comprehensive course offers training tailored to enhance participants' understanding and appreciation of cultural differences, fostering inclusivity and effective communication across cultural boundaries. Recognizing the importance of Indigenous perspectives, the curriculum integrates principles of Indigenous cultural safety and humility, emphasizing respect, reciprocity, and relationship-building with Indigenous peoples and communities. 

Moreover, the course explores the legacy of colonization and its impact on Indigenous peoples, acknowledging the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's (TRC) calls to action as a framework for learning and action. By engaging with Indigenous knowledge and perspectives, participants will develop the necessary skills and attitudes to navigate intercultural interactions with sensitivity and respect, contributing to building more inclusive and equitable environments

It is a virtual program provided in one session (3.5 hours):

• Wednesday, June 19, 2024: 12:00pm – 3:30pm EDT

Instructors:

• Brittany Hertz (Program Lead)
• Tyler Geisler, RSW, MSW (Education Liaison)
  
  

The program is designed for:

• Health and social service professionals, providers, and leaders, human resource professionals, 
• Case Managers
• Leaders
• Patient Navigators
• Jordan’s Principle Workers
• Child and Family Service Workers
• Educators
• Community Health Representatives

Upon completing this program, learners will receive a Certificate of Completion from the SE Health First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Program in partnership with SE Career College of Health.

We're here to help! If you have any questions, need assistance, or want to share feedback about your experience, please don't hesitate to reach out at atyoursidefnim@sehc.com.