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Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Services (CLAS) in Maternal Health Care

By Health and Human Services (HHS), Think Cultural Health

This free, 2-hour e-learning program is designed for providers and students seeking knowledge and skills related to cultural competency, cultural humility and person-centered care across the continuum of maternal health care.

In Module 1, An introduction to CLAS in maternal health care, you will examine the role of CLAS in improving quality and eliminating disparities in maternal health care.

In Module 2, Self-awareness, you will become more aware of your beliefs and values, as well as your privilege, power, and stereotypes.

In Module 3, Awareness of a patient’s cultural identity, you will learn how and why to get to know a patient’s cultural identity.

In Module 4, Providing CLAS in maternal health care, you will explore ways to deliver respectful, compassionate, high quality care that responds to patients’ experiences, values, beliefs, and preferences.

Credit Information

This program is accredited for 2 hours for physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, nurses, certified nurse midwives, and certified midwives. Other professionals, as well as students, may earn a Statement of Participation.

This project is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) under grant number U7CMC53579, Maternal Health Training & Resource Center. This information or content and conclusions are those of the author and should not be construed as the official position nor policy of, nor should any endorsements be inferred by HRSA, HHS, or the U.S. Government.

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