2016 URAC Cultural Competence

Course overview

Course Objectives: 1. Define Cultural Competence and the factors that affect a professional's ability to provide culturally sensitive care. 2. Discuss the need for cultural competence as identified in the CRC Code of Professional Ethics and the CDMS Code of Professional Conduct. 3. Utilize knowledge and skills in professional practice among diverse and multicultural populations. 4. Recognize and evaluate cultural beliefs and behaviors that affect the patient’s perception of illness and its treatment. 5. Understand the concept of “Cultural Competency” within the guidelines of the CRC and CDMS Code of Professional Conduct/Ethics