Inclusive Beginnings: Fostering Cultural Competence and Anti-Bias Practices

This is a fully online, self-paced, asynchronous course.

Continuing Education hours: 1

Featured Expert: Carly Alicea, Au.D., Ph.D., CCC-A

Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this course, learners can:

1. define cultural competence, cultural responsiveness, and cultural humility.
2. discuss the differences, similarities, and limitations of the defined terms.

In this module, Inclusive Beginnings: Fostering Cultural Competence and Anti-Bias Practices, you will explore how implicit bias shapes our interactions with children and families from diverse backgrounds and how it can impact outcomes. You will learn strategies for recognizing and addressing your own biases, as well as approaches to creating more inclusive and responsive environments for all children. By the end of the module, you will have a deeper understanding of these concepts and practical tools to support your work with all children.

This professional development is available at no charge for child-serving professionals in Monroe County, New York. Learn more: Continuing Education for Child-Serving Professionals