Class Experience Level
Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
This in person 4-hour CE class is designed to assist librarians and others who work with diverse populations in locating health information. The resources presented are selected for their emphasis on providing culturally relevant information in the preferred language of the population. Background information on refugees and immigrants in the U.S. and their unique health issues will be presented.
By registering for this class, you are agreeing to the NNLM Code of Conduct
Objectives:
- Explain the current landscape of refugees, immigrants, and asylees in the United States.
- Summarize the differences between cultural competence and humility and how they influence workplace environments.
- Identify reliable websites that provide quality health information in multiple languages.
- Apply what is learned in order to develop an outreach project or service
Class Details
Date(s): May 17, 2023
Time: 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM EDT
CE Credits: 1.00
CE Categories: Consumer Health Information Specialization (CHIS), Level 1
This is a National NNLM class.
Class Contacts
Host/Instructor:
Technical Assistance: George Strawley