Equity and Inclusion: Navigating Systemic Marginalization

Online Course: Fall 2024

This course delves into the multifaceted aspects of equity and inclusion, offering an exploration of various forms of systemic marginalization. We will focus on anti-racist trauma-informed practices, gender-affirming care, stigma and bias reduction and examine other sources of marginalization such as geographic, linguistic, ageism, ableism, and religious-based oppression.

Course participants will gain a deep understanding of steps to implement actionable organizational change. Led by instructors with both lived and professional experience in addressing systemic marginalization, this course provides a safe and empathetic learning environment where participants will develop critical thinking skills, engage in meaningful dialogue, and gain practical strategies to promote equity, inclusion, and justice in their personal and professional lives.

Meet the Instructors

Tucker Barker, NBC-HWC

Ashley Stewart, PhD, MSW, LSW

Dwayne Watkins, MPH

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Training Certificates

Participants may earn a Certificate of Course Completion* by:

Attending all five, live webcasts (or watching the entire recording of each live session)
Completing all required learning activities
Scoring 80% or higher on each weekly quiz
Completing the course evaluation form and certificate request form

7.5 hours of continuing education credit will be awarded upon completion of this course through ASWB, NBCC, and NAADAC. Certificates will be emailed directly to participants approximately two weeks after the completion of the final webcast.

Group Registration

If you are registering five or more people from one organization, please email us for a special discount.

Scholarships

Full and partial scholarships available—email us for more info. Scholarship requests are due Thursday, October 31, 2024.

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for disability, please contact Isabel-Kai Fisher.

Grievances

If you would like to report a complaint, please contact Rachel Ehly.

*In order to fully complete this course and receive a continuing education certificate from one of the following boards, you must pass each of the five weekly quizzes with an 80% or higher (you will have unlimited retests) along with the final evaluation. The required post-test questions will be at the end of each week's section and the required evaluation will be provided at the completion of the course. Upon successful completion of this course, you can request a certificate using the certificate request form posted with the evaluation and on your learning page. C4 Innovations will then review your course completion and email you a certificate within 2-3 weeks in PDF format. If you are a social worker, you will need to write in your license number in the certificate request form for us to be able to include it in your certificate.

C4 Innovations, Provider #1457, is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Organizations, not individual courses, are approved as ACE providers. State and provincial regulatory boards have the final authority to determine whether an individual course may be accepted for continuing education credit. C4 Innovations maintains responsibility for this course. ACE provider approval period: 10/17/2023 to 10/17/2026. Social workers completing this course receive 7.5 continuing education credits.

C4 Innovations has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider (ACEP No. 6576). Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. C4 Innovations is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.

This course has been approved by C4 Innovations as a NAADAC Approved Education Provider for educational credits. NAADAC Provider #100990, C4 Innovations is responsible for all aspects of their programming.

Who Should Take This Course

Staff at all levels of health and human service agencies, behavioral health organizations, and recovery-oriented organizations

Learning Objectives

Understanding Systemic Marginalization: Participants will begin to gain a comprehensive understanding of systemic marginalization, including its historical context, root causes, and its impact on individuals and communities.
Anti-Racist and Trauma-Informed Practices: Participants will explore anti-racist and trauma-informed approaches, enabling them to recognize and address racial injustices and support individuals who have experienced trauma empathetically and informally.
Gender Affirming Care: Participants will learn about the importance of gender-affirming care and acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to create inclusive and supportive environments for individuals of all gender identities.
Stigma and Bias Reduction: Through critical analysis and practical exercises, participants will develop strategies to reduce stigma and bias across various contexts and types of workplaces.
Ethical Considerations: The course will emphasize ethical considerations in addressing systemic marginalization, helping students navigate complex organizational changes and make informed, ethical choices.
Practical Application: Participants will apply their learning to real scenarios and develop practical strategies and action plans for promoting equity and inclusion within their organizations.

Course Facts

Dates: Thursdays, November 14-December 19, 2024 (skipping Thanksgiving week)

Time: 2-3:30 pm ET

Practice level: Beginner to Intermediate

Cost: $400 (unless a basic or advanced subscriber)

CE credit:

ASWB: 7.5 hours
NAADAC: 7.5 hours
NBCC: 7.5 hours