Unconscious Bias

This course discusses the components of unconscious bias and its effects on veterinary medicine. This course will cover how cognitive biases are processed and perceived, how to unpack individual and systemic biases, and how to make actionable steps to counter bias. In today's interconnected world, the ability to communicate across cultural boundaries is more important than ever. It facilitates understanding across and beyond linguistic and geographical borders leading to more tolerance, acceptance, and ultimately, stronger relationships amongst individuals of diverse backgrounds! Educating yourself on the fundamentals of intercultural communication, such as language and gestures, are important pieces to expanding your knowledge of diverse cultures.