Cultural Humility in Behavioral Health Care

Free, self-paced continuing education training

Harborview Behavioral Health Institute, in collaboration with the Washington State Health Care Authority, presents “Cultural Humility in Behavioral Health Care,” a free training designed to foster respectful and culturally sensitive care in the behavioral health field.

Who Should Attend:

This training is intended for:

  • Substance Use Disorder Professionals and Trainees
  • Mental Health Practitioners and Trainees
  • Peer Support Specialists
  • Behavioral Health Care Providers

What You’ll Learn:

Participants will enhance their ability to provide culturally responsive care by understanding and applying the principles of cultural humility. Key topics include:

  • Behavioral health equity and its role in care delivery
  • The distinction between cultural humility and cultural competence
  • The impact of implicit and explicit bias on professional practice
  • Practical strategies for fostering inclusivity and sensitivity in behavioral health settings
  • Through interactive scenarios and self-reflection exercises, participants will build skills that promote more compassionate, equitable, and effective care, contributing to a more inclusive behavioral health care environment.

Course Details:

  • Free of charge
  • Duration: Approx. 2 hours
  • Format: Self-paced, online modules with interactive exercises
  • CE Credits: 2 hours of continuing education available upon completion, with a certificate provided at no cost.
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