vcc.ca
CSIH 1000: Cultural Safety and Indigenous Holistic Health Equity
Effective date
May 2025
Department
Occup/Physical Therapist Asst
School
Health Sciences
Description
This course is designed in response to the TRC Calls to Action in Health with an introduction to Indigenous perspectives, knowledge, and practices within the context of health care education. Through online modules, students will explore the historical context and contemporary impact of colonization on Indigenous peoples of Canada, with a focus on the local host nations of Vancouver: xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. Students will develop a personal action plan that demonstrates reflection on systemic and personal stereotypes and biases, integration of Cultural Humility and Safety practices, and a commitment to reducing inequities and disparities experienced by Indigenous peoples.
Credits
0.0
Year of study
1st Year Post-secondary
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Honour the common and distinct cultures of the First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples of Canada.
- Reflect on the significance of land and place in the cultural identity of local First Nations.
- Acknowledge key events in the colonization of Indigenous peoples of Canada.
- Examine racializing myths and stereotypes that contribute to inequities in health care access and quality.
- Act on the Calls to Action relevant to Health Care providers.
- Value Cultural Humility and its importance in health care practice.
- Acknowledge how historical events influenced contemporary issues and health care inequities still felt today by Indigenous peoples.
- Speak out about the ongoing effects of these historical events on current Indigenous health, social, and economic conditions.
- Consider a variety of traditional and cultural healthcare practices used by Indigenous peoples of Canada.
- Develop a personal action plan that demonstrates a commitment to anti-Indigenous racism.
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Practicum, Self-Paced, Individual Learning: 30
Total Hours: 30
Total Hours: 30
Instructional Strategies
This course will be offered in an online format. Students will engage with the learning environment, peers and Indigenous knowledge keepers through a variety of educational technology strategies. Modules will be integrated into program courses as an adjunct.
Grading System
Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
Passing grade
Satisfactory Completion of all Components
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Participation |
S/U |
Active participation in online forums and synchronous/asynchronous learning activities. |
|
Assignments |
S/U |
Completion of online learning activities integrated into Moodle Course |
|
Assignments |
S/U |
Small projects or assignments that are reflective, and/or action oriented. |
|
Assignments |
S/U |
Action Plan |
Course topics
- Cultural Understanding
- Historical Context
- Calls to Action for Health
- Contemporary Impact
- Health Practices of First Nations and Indigenous People of Canada
- Action Plan for TRC in health care role
Learning resources
A variety of learning resources will be accessed through the online Moodle portion
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/. - To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.