Health Equity in Nutrition & Dietetics – 1.25 CPEUs CDR Prior-Approved RD Continuing Education

Health equity is an essential component of providing ethical, effective, and patient-centered nutrition care. This course explores the factors that influence health beyond clinical recommendations, including social determinants of health, implicit bias, cultural humility, health literacy, and access to care. Through engaging case studies and real-world examples, participants will learn practical strategies for recognizing barriers to healthy living and adapting nutrition interventions to meet the unique needs of diverse patient populations. Furthermore, nutrition professionals will explore ways to promote equitable care through evidence-based practice, effective communication, interdisciplinary collaboration, and patient advocacy. Upon completion, participants will have the knowledge and tools to provide more inclusive, culturally responsive nutrition care, while helping reduce health disparities and improve outcomes for the individuals and communities they serve.