Eliminating Implicit Bias in Maternity Care
4.00 CMEs | Online, Self-Paced | Certificate Upon Completion
Transform how you care for Black, Indigenous, and other people of color.
Earn 4.00 CME credits while gaining evidence-based strategies to recognize and reduce implicit bias in maternity care. Help close the gap in maternal health outcomes.
Enroll Now â $199Black, Indigenous, and other people of color continue to face disproportionate risks during pregnancy and childbirth. Research shows that these disparities are driven by structural racism in medicine and implicit bias in healthcare delivery.
This course provides healthcare and mental health professionals with the tools to recognize, address, and actively interrupt bias in clinical practice, helping to build more equitable, respectful, and affirming care environments for all birthing people.
Learning Objectives
By the end of training, participants will be able to:
- Describe the historical context and current role of structural racism in the United States healthcare system.
- Define implicit bias and identify how it contributes to racial disparities in maternal health outcomes.
- Identify and address oneâs own implicit biases and develop strategies to mitigate impacts on patient care.
Who This Course Is For
This course is designed for professionals across the maternal care continuum, including:
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Physicians, midwives, nurses, and doulas
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Mental health clinicians and counselors
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Hospital administrators and educators
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Social workers, psychologists, and community health providers
If you work with birthing people in any capacity, this training will help you create safer, more affirming care experiences and improve outcomes for marginalized communities.
Dr. Marissa Long, PsyD, MAOB, JD
Licensed Clinical Health Psychologist, Organizational Consultant, and Trainer
Dr. Long is a licensed clinical health psychologist, organizational consultant, and trainer based in Southern California. Her work centers on improving healthcare equity through culturally responsive care and implicit bias awareness.
With her engaging teaching style and deep expertise, Dr. Long empowers healthcare professionals to make meaningful, measurable change in their practice.
Learn more about Dr. Long âMarissa Long, PsyD, MAOB, JDÂ is a licensed clinical health psychologist specializing in reproductive and perinatal mental health. She is committed to supporting individuals and families navigating high-risk pregnancies, pregnancy loss, and the emotional complexities of family building. Dr. Long works primarily with the BIPOC community, providing care and consultation at every stage, from fertility treatment and third-party reproduction to pregnancy and postpartum adjustment.
Before founding her private practice, ARC Counseling and Wellness, Dr. Long served in the behavioral medicine, OBGYN, reproductive endocrinology, and education departments at Kaiser Permanente in Fresno, California.
Through her clinical work, consulting, and training with the Seleni Institute, Dr. Long combines her expertise with warmth, authenticity, and a deep commitment to helping people heal, grow, and thrive.
Continuing Education Information
American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP):Â The American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) has reviewed Eliminating Implicit Bias in Maternity Care and deemed it acceptable for up to 4.00 Enduring Materials, Self-Study AAFP Prescribed credit(s). Term of Approval is from 06/07/2025 to 06/07/2026. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
DONA International: This continuing education training can be utilized for DONA International recertification requirements and is approved for four CEUs for doulas.
National Board of Certified Counselors (NBCC):Â Seleni Psychology Counseling and Support PLLC has been approved by the National Board of Certified Counselors (NBCC) as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 6950. Seleni Psychology Counseling and Support PLLC is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.
New York State Education Department's State Board for Psychology: Seleni Psychology Counseling and Support, PLLC is recognized by the New York State Education Departmentâs State Board for Psychology as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed psychologists #PSY-0095.
New York State Education Department's State Board for Social Work: Seleni Psychology Counseling and Support, PLLC is recognized by the New York State Education Departmentâs State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #SW-0477.
Please connect with your state or professional board for reciprocity eligibility.
Obtaining CE/CME Credit
Continuing education (CE) and continuing medical education (CME) credit will only be provided to participants who meet full participation requirements: 1) Complete the program in its entirety, 2) Complete a post-test with a minimum score of 80%, and 3) Complete a post-activity evaluation. After successfully completing the post-test and post-activity evaluation, participants can generate their certificate of credit.
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"Dr. Long is an engaging lecturer and it's obvious that she cares about this topic and those she advocates for. I really enjoyed the additional videos/clips she included to allow for students to hear a different voice. I also appreciated the recommended readings and the presentation slides."
- Nia, Clinician
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