DESCRIPTION
This webinar provides foundational content regarding health equity, health literacy, implicit bias and social determinants of health for rehabilitation professionals. This webinar will use evidence to support participants’ awareness and understanding of the functional implications that health disparities may have on patients across the spectrum of health care settings. Participants will learn key concepts for developing and progressing rehabilitation plans of care with a focus on health equity.

INSTRUCTORS
Tertia Jeppson, MA, CCC-SLP, CBIS
Jacqueline Kish, PhD, OTR/L
Nicholette Andrews, MS, APRN, PCNS-BC
Justin Mun LSW

LEARNER OUTCOMES
Upon completion of this webinar, participants will be able to:  

1. Define key terminology related to health equity, health literacy, implicit bias and social determinants of health.
2. Describe how health disparities can impact patient outcomes in rehabilitation.
3. Describe three ways in which regional health disparity data can inform culturally aware strategies in health care.
4. Develop specific strategies to enhance culturally aware rehabilitation care through discussion of patient case examples.

SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION
Participants will watch the on-demand recording in its entirety and complete an assessment and feedback module in the Academy Learning Portal. You will have three months from the date of purchase to complete and review the course material. You will receive a reminder email two weeks before the expiration date. 

AUDIENCE
Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Assistants, Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants, Physicians, Physician Assistants, Social Work and Speech-Language Pathologists

CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS
Nursing:

 Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. Course approval #16117. This distance learning independent webinar is offered at 1.5 contact hours, 0.15 CEUs [introductory level, professional issues]. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA.

Physical Therapists: This online course has been approved by the Illinois Physical Therapy Board for 1.5 Contact Hours. Approval #216-000069

The Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is recognized by California and the New York State Education Department's State Board for Physical Therapy as an approved provider of physical therapy and physical therapist assistant continuing education for 1.5 Contact Hours on 4/23/2026.

Many states accept continuing education contact hours recognized in other states, enabling professionals to use these hours to meet their licensing or certification requirements. Please consult your state regulations to see if this meets CEU requirements for your license.

Physicians:

The Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago DBA Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is accredited by the Illinois State Medical Society (ISMS) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago DBA Shirley Ryan AbilityLab designates this enduring activity for a maximum of 1.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Social Workers:
Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is registered by the State of Illinois to sponsor continuing education programs for social workers. This program will award 1.5 Continuing Education Credit Hours. Sponsor License #159001466.

Speech-Language Pathologists: 

DISCLOSURES
CME Leadership and Staff:
Benjamin Friedman, MD, Director of CME Has nothing to disclose.
Rebecca Bagdy, Executive Director, Academy Has nothing to disclose.
Course Directors and Planning Committee Members:
Julie Lenkiewicz, MS, CCC-SLP - Has nothing to disclose.
Melissa Kolski, PT, OCS, Dip MDT - Has nothing to disclose.
Leslie Marriott, OT - Has nothing to disclose.
Selah Bustamante, MSN, RN, CRRN - Has nothing to disclose.
Helenlyn Popescu L/CPO Has nothing to disclose.
Speakers, Moderators and Panelists:
Tertia Jeppson, MA, CCC-SLP, CBIS Has nothing to disclose.
Jacqueline Kish PhD, OTR/L Has nothing to disclose.
Nicholette Andrews, MS, APRN, PCNS-BC Has nothing to disclose.
Justin Mun, LSW Has nothing to disclose.

ACADEMY POLICIES
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