There are different types of racism, each with its own set of consequences. Structural racism, in particular, is the root cause of the unequal distribution of resources, services, and healthcare. This course discusses both the impacts of structural racism on patients’ medication adherence, as well as its potential impact on student and resident learners’ professional growth and success.

Upon successful completion of this knowledge-based CPE course, pharmacy preceptors should be able to:
1. Describe the different types of racism including structural, institutional, individual, and internalized racism
2. Analyze the historical context of structural racism
3. Critique processes and practices that perpetuate structural racism
4. Discuss strategies for mitigating against structural racism
5. Formulate a strategy for addressing structural racism based on a case scenario

Nkem P. Nonyel, PharmD, MPH, BCPS
Assistant Professor
University of Maryland Eastern Shore

Nkem Nonyel reports no actual or potential conflicts of interest in relation to this continuing pharmacy education course. 

Course fee includes course materials and CPE credit submission to CPE Monitor.
Release Date: May 1, 2021
Planned Expiration Date: May 1, 2024 

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