Diversity and Inclusive Leadership Certification
— Offered by College of Education and Health Professions —
This two-part Diversity and Inclusive 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 from the ABCs of Cultural Competence and Humility Toolkit 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 parts 1 & 2
Bundle parts 1 and 2 and earn Diversity and Inclusive Leadership Certification.
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Contact: rfreeman@uacurrents.org
The ABCs of Cultural Competence and Humility
- 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
January 17 – 20, 2023
10:00 am – 11:30 am CST each day
Community of Practice
Jan 25 and Feb 1, 2023
1:00 pm – 2:30 pm CST each day
4 Course Sessions
March 14 – 17, 2023
10:00 am – 11:30 am CST each day
Community of Practice
Mar 23 and Mar 30, 2023
1:00 pm – 2:30 pm CST each day
The Three Cs of Inclusive Leadership
- 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
February 7 – 10, 2023
10:00 am – 11:30 am CST each day
Community of Practice
Feb 15 and Feb 22, 2023
Noon – 1:30 pm CST each day
4 Course Sessions
April 4 – 7, 2023
10:00 am – 11:30 am CST each day
Community of Practice
Apr 20 and Apr 27, 2023
Noon – 1:30 pm CST each day
Diversity and Inclusive Leadership Certification
Earn the Diversity and Inclusive Leadership Certification by attending all days for Parts 1 and 2, plus complete Certification Quiz.
$599 / bundle price
17 professional development hours
Receive Certificate
Instructors
Robin Freeman, Ed.D.
Director of U of A CURRENTS
Veronica C. Jackson, M.Ed.
Trainer and Consultant
Susan Flowers Benton, Ph.D., CRC
Assistant Professor, Department of Rehabilitation Psychology at Southern University
Inger Neal
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.