Cultural Competency & Implicit Bias: How They Contribute to Medical Errors in Nutrition

Course overview

This course explores how cultural differences and unconscious biases can unintentionally impact nutrition care and lead to preventable errors. Dietitians will learn how to recognize and address these barriers through culturally responsive assessment, ethical documentation, and equitable care strategies. Designed for dietitians and nutrition counselors, the course equips professionals to improve safety, trust, and outcomes across diverse client populations.