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This self-paced module introduces learners to the foundational principles of health literacy and is recommended as the first course in the Health Literacy Distance Education Program. Participants will examine the widespread effects of low health literacy, including its impact on patient outcomes, healthcare systems, and public health. The module also discusses national survey findings, populations most at risk, and opportunities for providers to address and improve health communication practices.

What You’ll Learn

  • Define the general literacy and health literacy problem in the U.S.
  • Describe findings from the 2003 NAAL and the PIAAC surveys and their implications for healthcare providers
  • Identify populations at risk for low health literacy
  • Explain the impact of low health literacy on health behaviors, outcomes, and healthcare utilization
  • Identify barriers that contribute to low health literacy in the U.S.
  • Explain how patients, clinicians, and systems contribute to the underrecognition of low health literacy
  • Describe the mismatch between adult literacy levels and the complexity of health materials, including consequences and solutions

What You’ll Earn

  • A certificate of completion issued by The Ohio State University

Additional Information

Accessibility support is available to all learners. For assistance, contact the College of Medicine Digital Accessibility Coordinator at DigitalAccessibility@osumc.edu.

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For questions about enrollment, payment options, technology support, or course records, please contact our Enrollment Support team. Inquiries are typically answered within 24 business hours.

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For questions about course content or learning objectives, please contact the instructional team at ScarletCanvasMedEd@osu.edu.

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Section Title
Health Literacy - It's Time to Take It Seriously!
Type
Online
Dates
Jul 18, 2025 to Jun 30, 2026
Delivery Options
Course Fee(s)
Course Fee $40.00
Drop Request Deadline
No drop request allowed after enrollment
Transfer Request Deadline
No transfer request allowed after enrollment
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