(WEBINAR) LGBTQ+ Fundamentals

CE Type:*Cert of Attendance Only

# of CE's: Certificate of Attendance only

Certificate of Attendance Only

About This Course

This session serves to fill in any basic questions about LGBTQ fundamentals, as well as provide an opportunity for sorting through implicit bias and recognizing homophobia and transphobia. Participants will learn about barriers to care and best practices when serving LGBTQ+ clients such as: using the correct name and pronouns, avoiding gendered language and services, and having LGBTQ+ affirming referrals available. Group members will be invited to do reflective prompts such as journaling and practice skills such as using the correct name and pronouns for clients.

Learning Objectives: 

1. Have a working understanding of homophobia, biphobia, transphobia and acephobia.
2. Map implicit biases and begin to recognize their own homophobia, biphobia, transphobia and acephobia through journaling prompts and reflective exercises.
3. Practice LGBTQ+ affirming care and intercepting in moments of homophobia, biphobia, transphobia and acephobia.

Intended Audience: 

Behavioral health staff who are interested in learning about implicit bias, recognizing homophobia and transphobia, and developing a LGBTQ+ knowledge foundation.

Instructional Level: 

Introductory

Completion Requirements: 

Participants must attend the entire session, participate in all activities, and submit an evaluation within the 7 days of training to receive a certificate. All certificates of attendance will be received through the DBHIDS Learning Hub once you have completed your evaluation through your DBHIDS Learning Hub Account.

Credit Statements:

Certificate of Attendance Only