Awareness, Belonging, and Courageous Leadership
— Offered by College of Education and Health Professions —
The two-part Awareness, Belonging, and Courageous Leadership Certification challenges participants to examine and address issues of diversity, equity, and inclusive leadership in organizations. Participants are empowered with the leadership skills needed to support sustainable action that can lead to organizational transformation. Participants will utilize activities to explore their cultural lens, take stock of their social and cultural identities, engage in conversations that encourage trust and the building of authentic connections, unpack topics of privilege and microaggressions, and create an action plan for organizational change.
Two Parts Available
$399 per part
- or -
$599 bundle 1 & 2
Bundle parts 1 and 2 and earn Awareness, Belonging, and Courageous Leadership Certification.
U of A 10% discount available - view details
Part 1
- Understand the value of multiculturalism in society
- Become aware of the ways that culture influences perceptions and leadership styles
- Develop an understanding of the impact of bias in the workplace
- Discuss tools needed to promote civility and compassion in our everyday lives
Also Included in Part 1
Community of Practice Component
- Engage in open, honest discourse in a safe environment
- Share tools and resources for best practices
- Provide a network of support for participants
8 Professional Development Hours
4 Course Sessions
Sep 12 – 15, 2023
2:00 pm – 3:30 pm CST each day
Community of Practice
Sep 21 and Sep 28, 2023
2:00 pm – 3:30 pm CST
Part 2
- Create a framework for self-awareness, civility, and cultural consciousness
- Develop an understanding of how personal culture influences interactions
- Understand privilege, power, and perception in rehabilitation
- Develop a plan for executing diversity, equity, and inclusion change strategies
Also Included in Part 2
Community of Practice Component
- Engage in open, honest discourse in a safe environment
- Share tools and resources for best practices
- Provide a network of support for participants
9 Professional Development Hours
Must complete Part 1 before taking Part 2
4 Course Sessions
Oct 3 – 6, 2023
2:00 pm – 3:30 pm CST each day
Community of Practice
Oct 12 and Oct 19, 2023
2:00 pm – 3:30 pm CST
Certification
Earn the Awareness, Belonging, and Courageous Leadership Certification by attending all days for Parts 1 and 2, plus complete Certification Quiz.
$599 / bundle price
17 professional development hours
Receive Certificate
Need Accommodations? Contact: rfreeman@uacurrents.org
Instructors
Dr. Robin Freeman, Ed.D.
Director of U of A CURRENTS
Veronica C. Jackson, M.Ed.
Research Associate and Trainer
Dr. Susan Flowers Benton, Ph.D., CRC
Assistant Professor, Department of Rehabilitation Psychology at Southern University Baton Rouge
Inger Neal, CDF, MRC, CRC
Business Relations Consultant, CSAVR
The Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRCC) is the world's largest rehabilitation counseling organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals with disabilities. The organization sets the national standard in certification for rehabilitation counselors, providing leadership, education, advocacy, and supporting research. Since 1974, CRCC has set the standard for competent delivery of quality rehabilitation counseling services through its nationally accredited and internationally recognized Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) certification program. In addition, CRCC sets the standards for the following national certification programs; the Certified Vocational Evaluation Specialists certification (CVEs) and the national Certified Rehabilitation Leadership certification (CRL). We are proud to include the Diversity, Inclusive Leadership Certificate program. We strongly believe that an extensive competency in diversity, inclusion, and equality is an integral part of every individual’s approach to leadership.
If you require documentation of CRCC hours, please contact Robin Freeman at rfreeman@uacurrents.org.
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