Tackling Inequalities Through Health and Social Care Design (FutureLearn)

We are using Scotland as a case study to allow us to engage in a manageable discussion of the issues. Scotland is a small but varied country, with densely populated cities and almost uninhabitable mountain ranges. There is wealth and there is poverty. It is a great example of country that faces its challenges head on, and aspires to eliminate inequality.

What topics will you cover?

• Causes and consequences of inequality
• Reducing inequalities through health promotion for children and families
• Regional approaches to inequality in vulnerable populations
• Collaborative approaches to reducing poverty-related inequality

What will you achieve?

• Describe what is meant by health and social inequalities
• Discuss the factors that lead to inequalities in their broadest sense
• Explore the ways in which equity can be achieved through targeted improvement approaches
• Apply learning from the examples discussed, in order to reduce inequalities, regardless of context