SLPA 6360 — Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Speech-Language Pathology
3 semester hoursGraduateLecture
Emphasizes intersectional thinking and cultural responsiveness for speech-language pathologists through topics related to diversity, equity, and inclusion that impact the provision of person and family centered care in practice. Offers students an opportunity to develop an orientation of cultural humility to engage with these topics and to develop actionable steps toward more reflective and accountable practices. Encourages students to engage in culturally responsive, gender-affirming, trauma-responsive care by participating in the process of unlearning and through understanding the needs of diverse populations, while navigating implicit bias as it relates to ASHA’s code of ethics corresponding to person-centered care. Requires students to engage in potentially vulnerable conversations to the best of their abilities through reflection and peer interactions.