Cultural Awareness (SW791)

AvailabilityCourse has taken place
SubjectCPD - Doctors in Training
DescriptionOur world today is characterised by communities encompassing of people belonging to a diversity of cultural backgrounds. Sometimes, where there are cultural differences, tension can arise, and mistakes can be made. This course explores the importance of self-reflection and looks at ways we can grow our cultural and global knowledge. We consider some practical ways we can make meaningful connections across common barriers and leave participants with tangible actions to develop their own culture.
Additional information

This is a 3hr session that also includes two short comfort breaks during the session.

VenueZoom, Virtual  View details
Date & timeWednesday 15 November 2023, 13:30 to 16:30
LecturerLauren Blackwood
Target audience

Mandatory: CT1, or CT2, or IMT1, or IMT2, or IMT3, or Postgraduate Secondary Care Resident Doctor, or Public Health Trainee, or ST1, or ST2, or ST3, or ST4, or ST5

Course styleWebinar
CateringN/A
CPD points0.000
CostNo charge
Learning outcomes
  1. Understand the variety of ways culture is understood and experienced by different people.
  2. Understand how our lived experiences can influence biases and stereotypes.
  3. Know the importance and practicalities of practising self-awareness.
  4. Explore the importance of self-education and having an informed perspective.
  5. Investigate the barriers to communication across cultures