This course is designed to equip healthcare providers with the tools and strategies needed to effectively engage families in the care process. Through five engaging modules, you will learn how to communicate with compassion, involve family members early, and build a collaborative care environment that improves patient outcomes. By the end of this course, you'll have a deeper understanding of how family engagement can enhance the care experience, foster stronger relationships, and ensure patients have the support they need for a successful recovery.
Why This Course?
Family plays a crucial role in a patient’s healthcare journey. By actively involving them, healthcare providers can create a more supportive and informed care team. This course helps bridge the gap between patients, their families, and healthcare providers, ensuring everyone is aligned and working toward the same goals. Whether you're looking to strengthen communication skills or improve care coordination, this course will give you the practical tools to make a difference in your practice.
Example of Course Curriculum
- Welcome! Course Overview.
- What is Family Engagement?
- Why Does Family Engagement Matter? (1:48)
- How to Effectively Engage Families (16:05)
- The Impact Family Engagement makes to the Healthcare System (5:17)
- 5 Key Challenges that Healthcare Providers May Face with Family Engagement (12:24)
- Assignment
- Lesson Summary