Mental Health: Culture, Race and Ethnicity | CrossCultural CE E015 Expired

Course Summary

Mental Health: Culture, Race and Ethnicity examines the mental health disparities affecting racial and ethnic minorities. Drawing on scientific evidence from a wide-ranging body of empirical research, this course looks at the nature and extent of mental health disparities. The course first examines the influence of culture and society on mental health. Then mental health care for the 4 primary racial and ethnic groups in the U.S. is examined.

Course Format

This course contains downloadable online lessons (PDF) and a practice test. When you’re ready, purchase the course by clicking the “Add To Cart” button. This will let you take the test, complete the course evaluation and receive your certificate for CE credits.

Learning Objectives

• Discuss the influence of culture and society on mental health.
• Describe mental health care for African Americans.
• Describe mental health care for American Indians and Alaska Natives.
• Describe mental health care for Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders.
• Explain mental health care for Hispanic Americans.

Course Syllabus

1. Introduction
2. The Influence of Culture and Society on Mental Health
3. Mental Health Care for African Americans
4. Mental Health Care for American Indians and Alaska Natives
5. Mental Health Care for Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders
6. Mental Health Care for Hispanic Americans
7. A Vision for the Future