Course Details
LGBTQ+ Positive Space Training - May 2019 (MUMC)
The LGBTQ+ Positive Space Training workshop is designed to increase HHS’ capacity to be a welcoming space for lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer and 2-Spirit patients, staff, physicians, learners, and volunteers.
| Date | Learning Hours | Non-HHS Fee($) | HHS Fee($) | CCHL Fee($) | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019/05/17 | 3 | 50 | 0 | 50 | McMaster Children's Hospital, Rm. 2G61 |
Sessions:
Date: 17-05-2019 Afternoon
Course Description:
The LGBTQ+ Positive Space Training workshop is designed to increase HHS’ capacity to be a welcoming space for lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer and 2-Spirit patients, staff, physicians, learners, and volunteers.
This interactive session will:
- Provide an introduction to current LGBTQ+ terminology and language
- Create opportunities to discuss healthcare scenarios in a non-judgmental environment
- Provide strategies to engage in difficult conversations
- Illustrate the important role of an ally in creating positive space
LEADS Domain: Lead Self / Engage Others
Learning Hours: 2.5
Course Fee
HHS Staff and Physicians: FREE
Non-HHS: $50
CCHL: $50
Date(s): Friday, May 17, 2019
Time(s): 12:00PM to 2:30PM
Location(s): McMaster Children's Hospital, Rm. 2G61
Target Audience:
All staff, leaders, physicians, and learners.
Learning Outcomes:
At the end of this course participants will be able to:
- Provide a supportive healthcare experience for the LGBTQ+ community
- Engage in difficult conversations about LGBTQ+ discrimination (i.e., homophobia, transphobia)
- Create awareness about the barriers to health equity for the LGBTQ+ community
Faculty Team:
Jane Hastie, LL.M (ADR), Human Rights and Inclusion Specialist, Hamilton Health Sciences
Ash Couillard, MA, Human Rights and Inclusion Coordinator, Hamilton Health Sciences
Special Course Features:
LGBTQ+ Resources
Accreditation:
MAINTENANCE OF CERTIFICATION: Attendance at this program entitles certified Canadian College of Health Leaders members (CHE / Fellow) to 2 Category I credits toward their maintenance of certification requirement.
