LGBTQIA+ Affirming Physiotherapy – Part A

Overview

LGBTQIA+ individuals experience significantly poorer health and barriers to healthcare, as well as broader psychosocial issues. Negative experience can have a significant impact on access to, and utilisation of, healthcare. This introductory module is an evidence-based, interactive course designed to equip physiotherapists with the skills and knowledge to enable appropriate, and culturally safe, provision of physiotherapy to individuals who identify as LGBTQIA+.

This course may also be valuable refresher training or CPD for experienced physiotherapists.

There are six topics and a quiz at the end:

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Key terminology
Communication
Inclusive spaces
LGBTQIA+ specific health needs
Support for clients

This online course is targeted at physiotherapists working in Australia and includes resources and information about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples; most of the content will be valuable and transferable for those outside Australia.

Presenter

Dr Megan Ross, APAM, BPthy(Hons), PhD

Learning Outcomes

On completion of LGBTQIA+ Affirming Physiotherapy - Part A, participants will be able to:

Recognise social, historical and cultural contributions to health inequities experienced by LGBTQIA+ communities
Identify key concepts and inclusive language regarding gender identity, sex characteristics and sexual orientation
Recognise the importance of inclusive language to improve patient-therapist relationships and avoid harm
Describe the key features of a safe and inclusive environment for LGBTQIA+ people
Identify specific and intersecting health needs of trans, non-binary, gender non-conforming and intersex patients relevant to physiotherapy
Identify appropriate referral pathways for LGBTQIA+ patients and where to access additional resources