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Life on a 5-Second Delay (Ethics Course!)

Ethics Lessons Learned from Lifelong Hearing Loss.

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(41 reviews)
BeginnerUpdated Feb 11, 2025
Life on a 5-Second Delay (Ethics Course!)

What You'll Learn

check_circleUnderstand the challenges and opportunities that arise when navigating a world with a constant delay in auditory perception.
check_circleLearn the four ethics principles of integrity, objectivity, confidentiality, and competency, and how they relate to disability inclusion.
check_circleLearn how to be an advocate - practical strategies for fostering inclusivity, empathy, and ethical considerations in the professional setting.
check_circleIdentify subtle discrimination and unethical behaviors toward disabilities.

About This Course

This unique and thought-provoking training program explores the ethical and societal implications of living with lifelong hearing loss and sheds light on the importance of empathy, communication, and accessibility in our diverse and inclusive society.

Drawing from a personal journey of living with a "5-second delay" in hearing, the course connects these experiences to a professional code of ethics. You'll learn how the core principles of integrity, objectivity, confidentiality, and competency are not just abstract concepts, but vital guideposts for interacting ethically and inclusively with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders who have differences.

Key learning outcomes include:

  • Understanding the real-world impact of disabilities on daily and professional life.
  • Applying the ethics principles of Integrity, Objectivity, Confidentiality, and Competency to workplace interactions.
  • Identifying subtle forms of discrimination and unethical behavior related to disability.
  • Developing practical communication techniques and advocacy strategies to support disabled coworkers.
  • Fostering a more empathetic and inclusive professional environment.

Move beyond compliance and discover tangible ways to champion ethical conduct, build trust, and become a proactive ally for everyone in your professional orbit.

Your Instructor

Elizabeth McDowell
Elizabeth McDowell

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Elizabeth McDowell, CPA, CIA has over 20 years of audit experience and is the founder of Audit Forward, an innovative internal audit consulting and training firm. Elizabeth is passionate about advancing and advocating for the internal audit profession and was recognized as one of the 2023 Internal Audit Beacons by Richard Chambers. Elizabeth makes auditing and training fun (no, really!) with the help of her mascot, Audie the Internal Otteror. Elizabeth’s most recent industry experience was at Achieve, where she was Sr. Director, Audit Strategy; prior to that, she held internal audit leadership roles at Elevations Credit Union, Fidelity Investments, and Xcel Energy after first starting her career at Ernst & Young.

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