Course Outline
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- Introduction
- Introduction to Workplace Diversity
- Defining Diversity
- Importance of Diversity
- Stereotypes and Diversity
- True or False: Diversity practices involve just the employee recruitment process within a healthcare organization.
- Which of the following are barriers to successful diversity practices?
- Types of Diversity
- Dimensions of Diversity
- Gender Diversity
- Age Diversity
- Racial, Cultural, and Ethnic Heritage Diversity
- Physical and Mental Abilities/Disabilities
- Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Diversity
- Other Types of Diversity
- True or False: When meeting someone new, it is appropriate to ask them for their pronouns.
- Which of the following is appropriate for accommodating an employee with a disability?
- When creating a diverse work environment, which of the following questions is not appropriate?
- Challenges to Diversity
- Managing Workplace Diversity
- For Employers
- For Employees
- Diversity Tips for Healthcare Professionals
- Diversity Tips for Healthcare Professionals, continued
- Conclusion
- References
Additional Information
Level of Instruction: Basic
Intended Audience: All healthcare personnel.
Author Information: Leah Westover, MPH, MLS(ASCP), serves as the AVP of Product and Market Strategy, where she leads strategic initiatives to drive product innovation and market expansion. With a diverse background in healthcare and education, Leah previously served as the Director of Education and Outreach at St. Christopher's Hospital for Children, where she spearheaded educational programs to enhance clinical knowledge and patient care in the laboratory. Before that, she held a pivotal role as Lead Tech at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia, demonstrating strong leadership and technical expertise. Leah brings a unique blend of clinical experience and strategic vision to her current role, fostering solutions that advance quality and performance in healthcare organizations.
The author has no
conflict of interest to disclose.
Reviewer Information: Laurie Bjerklie, MA, MLS(ASCP)CM, is
a Lead Education Developer. She earned a B.S. in Medical Laboratory Science
from the University of North Dakota and an M.A. in Curriculum and Instruction
from Saint Xavier University. She has over 15 years of experience in higher
education and has held program director and faculty positions in both MLT and
MLS programs.
