BH 300: Introduction to Behavioral Healthcare

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Class Program
Behavioral Health
Credits
5
Lecture Hours 50 Clinical Hours None
Weekly Contact Hours
5
Meets Degree Requirements For
Restricted Elective
Description

Students will be introduced to behavioral and social services, including history, philosophy, and current delivery systems to a diverse client population.

Grading Basis
Graded
Prerequisites

Acceptance to BAS-BH Program.

Course Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes

  1. Demonstrate knowledge of the structures, functions, and organizations within the healthcare system, with a specific focus on Behavioral Health (BH) organizations.

    Problem Solving
    Critical Thinking
    Communication
    Oral Expression,
    Written Expression
    Social Interaction
    Collaboration,
    Ethical Conduct,
    Professional Conduct,
    Cultural Diversity
    Inquiry
    Information Literacy

  2. Identify and address barriers that hinder access and equity within the BH system, delivering culturally relevant services to clients and their families.

    Problem Solving
    Critical Thinking
    Social Interaction
    Cultural Diversity
Program Learning Outcomes

  1. Demonstrate knowledge of the structures, functions, and organizations within the healthcare system, with a specific focus on Behavioral Health (BH) organizations.

    Problem Solving
    Critical Thinking
    Communication
    Oral Expression,
    Written Expression
    Social Interaction
    Collaboration,
    Ethical Conduct,
    Professional Conduct,
    Cultural Diversity
    Inquiry
    Information Literacy

  2. Identify and address barriers that hinder access and equity within the BH system, delivering culturally relevant services to clients and their families.

    Problem Solving
    Critical Thinking
    Social Interaction
    Cultural Diversity
Program Learning Outcomes

  1. Communicate proficiently with clients, families, and members of the care team, utilizing suitable channels to enhance personal care, contribute to positive health outcomes, and instill optimism for recovery.

    Communication
    Oral Expression,
    Written Expression
    Social Interaction
    Collaboration,
    Ethical Conduct,
    Professional Conduct,
    Cultural Diversity
Program Learning Outcomes

  1. Communicate proficiently with clients, families, and members of the care team, utilizing suitable channels to enhance personal care, contribute to positive health outcomes, and instill optimism for recovery.

    Communication
    Oral Expression,
    Written Expression
    Social Interaction
    Collaboration,
    Ethical Conduct,
    Professional Conduct,
    Cultural Diversity
Program Learning Outcomes

  1. Identify and address barriers that hinder access and equity within the BH system, delivering culturally relevant services to clients and their families.

    Problem Solving
    Critical Thinking
    Social Interaction
    Cultural Diversity

Core Topics

Topics include:

1) Themes and purpose of Human Services

2) Typology of Human Service Professionals

3) The History of Advocacy in Human Services

4) Ethical Considerations

5) Multicultural Dimensions of Helping

6) Models of Service Delivery

7) Special Considerations for North Central Washington