Description
Course Overview:
Gender-Affirming Care 101 is an essential training designed for healthcare providers seeking to enhance their understanding and skills in providing affirming care for transgender and gender-expansive individuals. This course will cover critical concepts, terminology, and best practices necessary for creating inclusive healthcare environments.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand the importance of gender-affirming care in improving health outcomes for trans patients.
- Distinguish between being trans-friendly and trans-competent, recognizing the need for ongoing education and advocacy.
- Explore key principles of gender-affirming care, including client-centered approaches, cultural humility, trauma-informed care, and advocacy.
- Learn practical strategies for implementing best practices in clinical settings, including effective communication, respectful use of pronouns, and addressing mental health concerns.
Key Topics:
- Definitions of key terms related to gender identity, expression, and sex assigned at birth.
- Principles of Gender-Affirming Care
- Best Practices for Supporting Trans Clients
- Distinguishing between trans-friendly and trans-competent practices
- Techniques for fostering a safe and affirming environment for all clients.
Why Attend?
This training is crucial for all healthcare providers who wish to provide high-quality, affirming care to transgender and gender-expansive clients. By participating in this course, you will gain valuable insights into the complexities of gender identity and expression, improve your clinical practice, and contribute to a more equitable healthcare system. Join us in this important conversation about gender-affirming care and enhance your ability to support your clients effectively!
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