Cultural Literacy and Humility

Course Description: This course explores the essential concepts of cultural literacy and humility, equipping physical therapy educators with the knowledge and skills to empower their students to provide culturally responsive and respectful care. Participants will delve into the complexities of cultural understanding and develop a framework for ongoing personal and professional growth in cross-cultural interactions.

• Format: asynchronous, on-demand
• Cost: Academy of Education Members $20, Non-members $50
• Earn CEU: .2 (2 contact hours)

Intended Audience
New physical therapy faculty

Learning Objectives
Upon completion of the Educational Session, attendees will

1. Define and differentiate key concepts such as cultural literacy, cultural humility, cultural competence, and cultural responsiveness within the context of physical therapy education.
2. Explain how personal cultural background can affect communication and decision-making.
3. Reflect on cultural identity and personal biases to foster self-awareness and growth.
4. Describe the importance of cultural literacy and cultural humility in building effective educator-learner and educator-educator relationships.
5. Develop a framework for ongoing personal and professional development in cross-cultural interactions.