Educational sessions designed to start the dialogue about cultural competency in the workplace as well as internal reflection techniques to counter and reduce unconscious bias and harassment are available to book through the Office of Inclusion and Health Equity (OIHE). The OIHE was established at the Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt in 2011 and expanded to include Vanderbilt University Hospital and the enterprise in 2018.
The OIHE provides faculty and staff across the Medical Center, including regional clinics and hospitals, with access to an expansive evidence-based training curriculum, designed to promote an environment of cultural sensitivity, awareness, and inclusion.
Courses are delivered in-person, online, or via self-directed virtual modules, and are open to all VUMC faculty, staff, and trainees. Continuing Education (CE) or Professional Development (PD) credits are available for specific courses.
For details about the listed programs, learning objectives and how to get in touch with the OIHE, please visit https://www.vumc.org/oihe/curriculum.
Coming in May
“We’re not speaking the same language:” Recognizing Bias in our work with Limited English Speakers
Time- 45 minutes
Format- in-person
Education sessions available for enrollment
Unconscious Bias: “No, Not Me!”
Time- 50- 60 minutes
Format- in-person or virtual
Everyday Bias in Health Care
Time- 2 hours
Format- in-person or virtual
Cultural Competency: Quality Interactions “RESCUE” Module
Time- 50 minutes
Format- self-directed online module
The Big Decision: Bias in Hiring Practices
Time- 1 hour
Format- in-person
Respect at Work: Eliminating Sexual Harassment
Time- 50- 60 minutes
Format- self-directed online module
Specialized Group Trainings
*Consultation to determine group needs
Consultative Services
Time- Varies
Format- Grand Rounds, MM&I, Leadership meetings, etc.
Let’s Talk- Various topics that impact inclusion and equity practice in healthcare, e.g., Microaggressions, Psychological Safety, Difficult Conversations, Inclusive Language
Time- 15- 45 minutes
Format- Round table, lunch and learns, etc.
Refresher “Booster Shot” Course
*Limited to VUMC search committees
Strategic Planning Session
Time- Based on identified needs
Format- in-person or virtual
Respect at Work: Partners in Respect (PiR)
Time- 1 hour
Format- virtual
(Note- Offered through the Learning Exchange)
OIHE Percipio Channel
Time- Varies
Format- self-directed online modules
For additional information regarding course objectives and applicable credits, or to register for a course, please visit the OIHE website curriculum page: https://www.vumc.org/oihe/curriculum.
