Course Description

This introductory three-module 45-minute asynchronous course provides participants with a foundational learning experience to acquire the language and concepts to prepare for more in-depth discussions related to structural, institutional, and systemic racism. This course aligns with OHSU’s priority of becoming an antiracism and multicultural institution. The topic of systemic and institutional racism and its impacts are complex; therefore, this course mainly focuses on institutional racism in healthcare-related domains. A resource guide accompanies this training, and examples of current institutional efforts are outlined in the modules. A retractive pre-post survey is included to gather feedback from participants and to inform the creation of new training modules and enhancement and adjustment of future learning modules.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand that racial categories are socially constructed and not biologically real
• Understand that racial categories have meaning and impact
• Understand how racism contributes to inequities in health and healthcare

Target Audience

This course is designed for all employees at OHSU and stakeholders. All CME-eligible participants need to fill out the survey to request CME credit.  

A resource guide complements this asynchronous session. It is designed for self-paced learning and as a scaffolding for more in-depth conversations. For additional training sessions related to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Belonging and Antiracism, please contact JEDITraining@ohsu.edu  

OHSU Diverse in People and Ideas

OHSU values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to register and attend our offerings. These classes may include movement, discussion and writing. Please contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department or speak to the class facilitator to request accommodations. We are proud to be an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization.

Accreditation

Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians. 

Credit

OHSU School of Medicine designates this enduring material for a maximum of .75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.  Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

This course was developed by the Organizational Training and Education team at the Center for Diversity and Inclusion. In addition, the following members contributed to this effort: Briana Nathanielsz-Bowden, Linzy Rodriguez, Marissa Fuqua Miller, Dana Ghazi, Cliff Leek, David Forero, Octaviano Merecias-Cuevas, EdComm, Public Affairs, and Learning and Organizational Development.