Person Centered Healthcare -

Assisting People with Communication and Non-Apparent Disabilities


A nine course micro-training series

Module 1 Foundations of Disability

Disability Foundation and Basics Course #1

  • What is disability and how does it impact the quarter of Americans who are part of the disability community
  • Models of disability, the dominant model of disability and how it impacts healthcare interactions
  • State of disability in the United States, including percentages of disability types and intersectionality with other demographic groups

Invisible Disabilities Course #2

  • Invisible or "hidden" disabilities
  • Different ways invisible disabilities may impact patients, including patient and provider communication
  • The importance of not making assumptions about best or feasible accommodation

Disability Rights in Healthcare Settings Course #3

  • History and background of discrimination experienced by people with disabilities in healthcare
  • General overview of legal rights, including providing preferred accommodations and ensuring accessible information, machines, and equipment
  • Resources for continued study, education or training
medical practitioner cupping the hands of a patient

Module 2 (coming soon)

Planning for Accommodations Course #4

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