The National CLAS Standards are intended to advance health equity, improve quality, and help eliminate health care disparities by establishing a blueprint for individuals as well as health and health care organizations to implement culturally and linguistically appropriate services.

OBJECTIVES:

Provide an introductory overview of the Cultural and Linguistic Appropriate Services (CLAS) Standards and their application in behavioral healthcare environments.

PRESENTERS:

 Jacqueline Coleman

 MEd, MSM, BA, CPC

 Certified Professional Coach