National Standards for Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Services (CLAS)

As the United States population continues to diversify, peer specialists must find ways to provide equitable, effective care and services to the culturally and linguistically diverse populations they serve. The Department of Health and Human Services’ Office of Minority Health developed the National Standards for Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Services (CLAS) in Health and Health Care to offer a framework for delivering services that are respectful of and responsive to each person’s culture and communication needs. This webinar will introduce the concept of culturally and linguistically appropriate services (CLAS), provide an overview of the National CLAS Standards, share key findings from organizations that have implemented the National CLAS Standards, and provide actionable recommendations for successful implementation of the National CLAS Standards. Learning Objectives: - Define culturally and linguistically appropriate services (CLAS) - Describe the National Standards for Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Services and discuss examples of successful implementation in healthcare.