Implicit Bias

This module provides an overview of implicit bias, and how it is manifested in everyday clinical decision-making. Viewers will learn about the underlying psychology and neuroscience of implicit associations, and assess their own biases to increase self-awareness. This course also describes debiasing strategies and best practices to mitigate risks of the impact of bias on treatment and care.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this module, the learner should be able to:

  • Define implicit bias and understand the difference from conscious processes
  • Understand historical context for implicit bias
  • Understand what causes implicit bias and how bias affects behavior
  • Identify at least 2 clinical scenarios where implicit bias can adversely impact care
  • Examine the nature of your own biases
  • Reflect on the possible effects of your biases on yourself and others
  • Describe at least 3 individual strategies to mitigate bias in a clinical context
  • Describe at least 2 organizational level strategies to mitigate bias in a clinical context
  • Describe at least 2 organizational-level strategies to mitigate bias

Additional Information

Partner: 
The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Science
Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 1.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit
Course opens: 
10/05/2023
Course expires: 
10/05/2026
Rating: 
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Available Credit

  • 1.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit
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This course is offered through The George Washington University of Medicine and Health Science. 

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