Ensuring Dignity and Non-Discrimination as Healthcare Professionals

Course Content

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Section 1 – Introduction to Dignity and Non-Discrimination

  • 1.1 Defining Dignity and Non-Discrimination

  • 1.2 Importance of Ensuring Dignity and Non-Discrimination

  • 1.3 Section 1 Self-Check

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Section 2 – Key Concepts of Dignity in Patient Care

  • 2.1 Patient-Centred Care

  • 2.2 Ensuring Privacy and Confidentiality

  • 2.3 Empathy and Compassion in Healthcare

  • 2.4 Section 2 Self-Check

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Section 3 – Understanding and Preventing Discrimination

  • 3.1 Types of Discrimination in Healthcare Settings

  • 3.2 Recognising and Addressing Implicit Bias

  • 3.3 Creating an Inclusive Environment

  • 3.4 Section 3 Self-Check

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Section 4 – Legal and Ethical Standards

  • 4.1 Relevant Legal Frameworks

  • 4.2 Ethical Guidance from AHPRA and the National Boards

  • 4.3 Consequences of Not Upholding Dignity and Non-Discrimination

  • 4.4 Section 4 Self-Check

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Section 5 – Communication for Dignity and Respect

  • 5.1 Verbal and Non-Verbal Communication Skills

  • 5.2 De-escalation and Conflict Resolution

  • 5.3 Delivering Difficult News with Sensitivity

  • 5.4 Section 5 Self-Check

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Section 6 – Addressing and Responding to Breaches

  • 6.1 Identifying Breaches in Dignity and Non-Discrimination

  • 6.2 Self-Reflection and Accountability

  • 6.3 Section 6 Self-Check

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Section 7 – Remediation for Professionals Facing Regulatory Concerns

  • 7.1 Steps to Acknowledge and Address Breaches

  • 7.2 Developing a Remediation Plan

  • 7.3 Maintaining Professionalism During Fitness to Practise Processes

  • 7.4 Section 7 Self-Check

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Section 8 – Personal and Professional Development

  • 8.1 Creating a Personal Development Plan (PDP)

  • 8.2 Engaging in Reflective Practice

  • 8.3 Section 8 Self-Check

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Section 9 – Conclusion and Takeaways

  • 9.1 Conclusion and Takeaways