History of Racial Inequity in Healthcare
Learn about racism in healthcare throughout history by taking the History of Racial Inequality in Healthcare course offered by the University of Michigan.
Beginner
Online
1 Weeks
1,699 INR Quick Facts
| Medium Of Instructions | Mode Of Learning | Mode Of Delivery |
|---|---|---|
| English | Self Study | Video and Text Based |
Course Overview
The course History of Racial Inequality in Healthcare is part of the Addressing Racial Health Inequity in Healthcare Specialization. The course explores the historical context and impact of racial differences in healthcare. It delves into the historical roots, the social, cultural and systematic aspects that contributed to this racial disparity.
The History of Racial Inequality in Healthcare certification by Coursera provides the learners with thorough knowledge of racial inequality and its lasting effects on individuals. The course delves into the specific events that led to the disease burden disparity in certain racial communities. It includes approximately 1 week of study material including video lectures and readings where the modules explore different aspects of racial disparity in healthcare.
The Highlights
- 1 week of Modules
- Online Course
- Shareable Certificate
- Offered by the University of Michigan
- Beginner Level
Programme Offerings
- Flexible Deadlines
- video lectures
- Readings
- Graded Assignments
- English Subtitles
Courses and Certificate Fees
| Certificate Availability | Certificate Providing Authority |
|---|---|
| yes | UM–Ann ArborCoursera |
Fee Structure
Course Duration | Fees |
1 month (8 hours/week) | Rs. 1,699 |
3 months (3 hours/week) | Rs. 3,499 |
6 months (1 hour/week) | Rs. 5,199 |
Eligibility Criteria
Certification Qualifying Details
To qualify for the History of Racial Inequality in Healthcare certification, the learner must obtain a passing grade in all the graded assignments.
What you will learn
After completing the History of Racial Inequality in Healthcare certification syllabus, the participant will have an in-depth understanding of the racial inequalities in healthcare throughout history. They will learn about the historical foundations of racism in healthcare and the discriminatory practices that led to them. The course will also delve into the development of the health insurance system in the United States and its relevance in international contexts. Taking the History of Racial Inequality in Healthcare classes will equip the learners with the knowledge of events that led to the disproportion in disease burden and the influence of intersectionality on healthcare.
Who it is for
While the History of Racial Inequality in Healthcare training can be beneficial for an individual of any background, it provides valuable knowledge for individuals who want to pursue a career in healthcare or social work. Individuals who are in or want to pursue the following careers must take this course:
- General Physician
- Nurse
- Social Worker
- Physician Assistant
- Pharmacist
Admission Details
To enrol for the History of Racial Inequality in Healthcare certification, these steps are to be followed:
Step 1. Sign up for the website of Coursera: https://www.coursera.org
Step 2. Go to the webpage of the course: https://www.coursera.org/learn/history-of-racial-inequity-in-healthcare
Step 3. Find the enrol button and fill out the information needed.
Step 4. Either proceed to payment or apply for a scholarship.
Once these steps are followed, the learner can access the course material of the History of Racial Inequality in Healthcare online course with the graded exercises.
Application Details
In the application form for History of Racial Inequality in Healthcare certification, learners need to fill out their full name, location, phone number and email address. Furthermore, if they want to apply for a scholarship, they will need to provide their financial status and employment details.
The Syllabus
Videos
- Course and Series Welcome
- Meet Your Professor
- Ethnic/Racial Disparities in Healthcare: Myths Busted
- What is Public Health?
- The Role of Public Health in Healthcare
- The Distinctions Between Disparities, Inequality, and Equity
- How Race Gets Under the Skin: Epigenetics with Dr. Dana Dolinoy
- Case Example: Middle Eastern and North African Identity with Madiha Tariq and Matthew Jaber Stiffler
Readings
- Course Syllabus
- Course Glossary of Terms
- Pre-Course Survey
- An Introduction
- Introduction: Disparities, Inequality, and Equity
- Case Study: Illustration of Disparities, Inequality, and Equity
- Introduction to Race and Racism
- Race and Genes
- Up Next... an Interview with Dr. Dana Dolinoy
- The Social Construction of Race
- Up Next... an Interview with Dr. Matthew Jaber Stiffler and Ms. Madiha Tariq
- Levels of Racism
- America's Enduring Caste System, Oprah's Podcast
- Supplemental Resources
Quiz
- Week 1 Lesson 1 Quiz
- [Ungraded] Disparities, Inequality, and Equity: What do these concepts mean to you?
- Week 1 Lesson 2 Quiz
- Week 1 Lesson 3 Quiz
Discussion Prompt
- Meet Your Fellow Global Classmates
- Reflection: Genetic Explanations Related to Race
- Reflection: Are these Concepts Universal?
Readings
- Colonization of Native People
- Native People and Smallpox Blankets: Fact or Fiction?
- Case Example: Pima Indians and Water Rights
- Segregation and Jim Crow
- How Discrimination has Changed Over Time
- The New Jim Crow: Old Goals in Modern Laws
- Immigration Policy
- Refugee Policy
- Post 9/11
- Intersectionality Wars: Critical Race Theory and its Legal Origins
- Supplemental Resources
Quiz
- Week 2 Lesson 1 Quiz
- Week 2 Lesson 2 Quiz
Videos
- Medicaid: The First 30 Years with Kevin Seitz
- Health Insurance for Special Populations
- The Affordable Care Act: aka Obamacare with Marianne Udow-Phillips
Readings
- Historical Timeline of Health Insurance Policy in the U.S.
- Origins of Health Insurance in the U.S.
- Values Underpinning Health Insurance and the Health Care System in the U.S.
- Medicare
- Medicare: One of the Greatest Achievements of the Civil Rights Movement
- The Passage of Medicaid
- Up Next... an Interview with Mr. Kevin Seitz
- Health Insurance for Special Populations
- Healthcare for the Incarcerated
- Up Next... an Interview with Marianne Udow-Phillips
- Supplemental Resources
Quiz
- Week 3 Lesson 1 Quiz
- Week 3 Lesson 2 Quiz
Discussion Prompt
- Reflection: What was Surprising About the Passage of Medicaid and Medicare?
- Reflection: Medicaid Challenges
- Reflection: Access to Healthcare Insurance
- Reflection: What is Significant About the Affordable Care Act?
- Reflection: What Does Health Insurance Afford You?
Readings
- History of Access to Healthcare Parallels Other Critical Sectors
- Redlining
- Redlining and the Impact on Health
- The GI Bill
- Case Example: Access to Financial Institutions
- Black Physicians and Organized Medicine
- Historical Trends in Medical School Diversity by Race and Sex
- National Medical Association
- Supplemental Resources
Quiz
- Week 4 Lesson 1 Quiz
- Week 4 Lesson 2 Quiz
Video
- Course Wrap and Recap / What's Next in the Series
Readings
- The Origins of Community Health Centers
- Community Health Centers: The People
- Community Health Centers: A Movement
- Case Example: The First Community Health Center in Mississippi
- Community Health Centers: Global Examples
- Black Panthers and their Role in Healthcare
- Black Panthers: A Misunderstood Legacy
- Reflections from an Activist
- Lessons from Black Physicians and the Struggle for Civil Rights
- Supplemental Resources
- Post-Course Survey
Quiz
- Week 5 Lesson 1 Quiz
Discussion Prompt
- Reflection: What's an example of community health resiliency in your context?
Instructors
UM–Ann Arbor Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
The course is approximately 1 week long and can be completed by the learner at their own pace.
Yes, the course is accessible to individuals with different backgrounds and can be useful for anyone.
No, the course is completely beginner-friendly and does not need any prior knowledge.
Scholarships and financial aid are available for students if they cannot pay the enrolment fees.
Depending on the duration you have paid for, you will have access to the study modules for up to 6 months.