Education and Training
Cincinnati Children's encourages employees to participate in diversity training.
The Office of Diversity and Multicultural Affairs at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center encourages employees to participate in its events and activities, many of which are listed here.
Diversity Orientation (Phase I)
Phase I Diversity Training provides an opportunity to get an overview of essential diversity concepts. This course affirms that diversity and multiculturalism are important organizational values. The training provides a general overview of many concepts, yet encourages an understanding of the inclusiveness of all employees. This course is required for all employees and is web-based.
Diversity Awareness (Phase II)
Phase II Diversity Training builds on the common language and understanding established in Diversity Orientation (Phase I). It provides an opportunity to look at various topics in more depth.
Activities and concepts introduced in Diversity Orientation (Phase I) and new ideas are examined as they impact relationships inside and beyond Cincinnati Children's. Participants are challenged to think about how diversity impacts their lives and the lives of others. The training uses small group activities, discussions, videos, and other learning tools.
Manager's Diversity Training (Full Day)
Manager's Diversity Training is required for all managers and its goal is to help managers build competence and skills for today's healthcare environment. The session objectives are:
- Assess the impact of diversity at Cincinnati Children's
- Identify how to manage diverse teams
- Learn a technique to solve diversity conflicts
- Create an action plan for managing diversity
Lunch and Learn
Monthly Lunch and Learn seminars are an opportunity for Cincinnati Children's employees to gather for an hour to learn and discuss various diversity topics. Each month, we explore a new topic through presentations, dialog / discussion, activities, panels, etc. Questions are always welcomed and encouraged.
