This course offers an intimate, story-based introduction to the experiences of six transgender children and their families. Through illustrated stories and short teaching videos, learners will gain a better understanding of gender identity and the gender spectrum. Stanford physicians, K-12 educators, and transgender faculty members offer practical tips for parents, teachers, healthcare providers and anyone who wants to help create a more gender-expansive environment - one in which all people can live authentically. As a global community of unique individuals, we can begin to build a world that is ready to nurture and love each and every child.
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Health Across the Gender Spectrum
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Beginner Level
Approx. 8 hours to complete
English
Subtitles: French, Dutch, German, Russian, English, Spanish, Hungarian
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Mental Health EducationPatient CarePublic HealthMedicine
Learner Career Outcomes
20%
started a new career after completing these courses
12%
got a tangible career benefit from this course
100% online
Start instantly and learn at your own schedule.
Flexible deadlines
Reset deadlines in accordance to your schedule.
Beginner Level
Approx. 8 hours to complete
English
Subtitles: French, Dutch, German, Russian, English, Spanish, Hungarian
Offered by
Stanford University
The Leland Stanford Junior University, commonly referred to as Stanford University or Stanford, is an American private research university located in Stanford, California on an 8,180-acre (3,310 ha) campus near Palo Alto, California, United States.
Syllabus - What you will learn from this course
2 hours to complete
What is Gender Identity?
In module one, we will begin to hear some of the real-life experiences of transgender children, their friends and families. We will gain a better understanding of terms like: gender identity, sex assigned at birth and sexual orientation as well as understanding how these characteristics differ from one another. By the end of this module, learners be more familiar with what it means to be transgender and what it means to have a non-binary gender identity.
2 hours to complete
6 videos (Total 23 min)
6 videos
"Don't Give Up"3m
What is the Difference Between Sex Assigned at Birth and Gender Identity?4m
"You Amaze Me Every Day"2m
What is the Difference Between Gender Identity and Sexual Orientation?4m
Ben Barres: "It's No Longer Necessary to Live in the Closet"5m
3 practice exercises
The main point #130m
The main point #230m
Gender Identity30m
3 hours to complete
What is the Gender Spectrum?
In this module, we will explore some of the gender affirming management options available to support the health of transgender children across their lifespan, including the potential benefits of delaying puberty in transgender adolescents. We will examine the medical classification of transgender and take a closer look at how the diagnosis has changed over time as well as the arguments for and against the need for a medical diagnosis.
3 hours to complete
6 videos (Total 35 min)
6 videos
"I Wouldn't Ask for Any Other Child"7m
How is Transgender Classified in Medicine?4m
"It's Got to Be OK"6m
What is a Non-Binary Gender Identity?4m
"Who Doesn't Want to Be Heard?"6m
4 practice exercises
The main point #330m
The main point #430m
The main point #530m
The Gender Spectrum30m
3 hours to complete
How Do We Create a Gender-Inclusive Society?
In this module, we will explore some of the concrete steps that healthcare providers, teachers and parents can take to make their clinics, schools and homes more gender inclusive. We will discuss the importance of making basic facilities such as restrooms accessible to all children and we will explore the adverse consequences that can occur when children do not feel safe using public restrooms. We will also discuss the negative health outcomes associated with lack of familial and societal support for the transgender child.
3 hours to complete
7 videos (Total 39 min)
7 videos
"Hold Space for Your Child"7m
How to Create Gender-Inclusive Classroom Settings4m
"This is Real"5m
Alice Lyman Miller: "You've Only Got One Life"6m
Why Is Social Support So Important for Transgender Individuals?3m
"What is a Girl?"7m
4 practice exercises
The main point #630m
The main point #730m
The main point #830m
Creating a Gender Inclusive Society30m
Reviews
TOP REVIEWS FROM HEALTH ACROSS THE GENDER SPECTRUM
by PBMay 10, 2017
I have thoroughly enjoyed this course. My stepson (born a female) is transgender. This course has helped me understand things more and gave me a lot of pointers on how to do things. Thank you so much!
by CMMay 17, 2020
I love how concise and easy to understand the videos were. They all get straight to the point and it was really a mind-blowing experience to learn about the differences and what we can do to support.
by ALMay 2, 2017
I would love to provide this course to the faculty and staff at the school district where I work. I felt that I had an understanding of transgender but I was wrong. I truly enjoyed this course.
by FSApr 26, 2019
I would like to know more about LGBTs and as I am leaving in an Islamic country , I hope to help these high risk groups to be more accepted by others and be more healthy, sexually and mentally.
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