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OVERVIEW

Cultural Foundations in Alaska

This training introduces foundational cultural concepts essential to providing respectful, effective care in Alaska’s diverse communities. With a focus on Alaska Native values, communication styles, and historical context, the course supports providers and students in building stronger, more culturally responsive relationships across the state.

This self-paced online training is rooted in storytelling and Indigenous knowledge, emphasizing humility, curiosity, and respect as tools for connection.

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About This CACHE Training

This course is offered asynchronous and self-paced, designed for individual learners. It is not currently available for group facilitation, customized delivery, or live team sessions.

If you're looking for CACHE trainings that can be brought to your organization or team as part of a wellness series, leadership development, or staff retreat, please browse our full catalog for options that include group delivery.

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AVAILABLE TRAININGS

Program Objectives

• Increase cultural awareness and reflection

• Understand key Alaska Native values and worldviews

• Explore the impact of history, colonization, and trauma

• Build skills for respectful, culturally attuned engagement

Program Structure

This course includes video narratives, personal reflection prompts, and downloadable resources. The content draws from lived experience, regional storytelling, and Indigenous authorship, offering practical tools for culturally responsive care.

 

Target Audience

This series is ideal for:​

Health and human service professionals

Behavioral health providers

Educators and school staff

Students entering healthcare fields

Anyone working across cultures in Alaska