The purpose of this course is to give pediatric health professionals an opportunity to understand their role in improving the health status and quality of care provided to Indigenous children and youth. The course will describe the impact of health inequities, historical trauma and social determinants of health (e.g., language, racism, poverty, cultural identity, etc.) on the health of Indigenous children and youth, which often result in health disparities both in childhood and as they grow older. Clinicians caring for this population are often unaware of these factors, which poses a challenge in their practices. Those who participate in this course will learn how to cultivate a culturally safe and effective healthcare environment for their Indigenous patients and their families.
To register for this course and to learn more, follow this URL:
https://www.aap.org/en/catalog/categories/pedialink-eqipp-courses/caring-for-american-indian-and-alaska-native-children-and-adolescents/
