BH 360: Treatment of Behavioral Health Disorders

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

This course investigates the variety of ways we can reduce the impacts of common mental health disorders. Reviewing evidence-based research, students survey the range of effective, promising, and ineffective treatments for common mental health disorders such as psychosis, bipolar, depression, anxiety, personality disorders, and PTSD. Topics include biological, psychological, and social treatments, including professional services and self-help options.

Grading Basis
Graded
Prerequisites

Acceptance to BAS-BH Program.
 

Course Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes
  1. Demonstrate understanding of various theories of practice to intervene in behavioral health conditions.

    Problem Solving
    Critical Thinking
    Communication
    Oral Expression,
    Written Expression
    Social Interaction
    Ethical Conduct,
    Professional Conduct,
    Cultural Diversity
    Inquiry
    Information Literacy
Program Learning Outcomes
  1. Demonstrate understanding of various theories of practice to intervene in behavioral health conditions.

    Problem Solving
    Critical Thinking
    Communication
    Oral Expression,
    Written Expression
    Social Interaction
    Ethical Conduct,
    Professional Conduct,
    Cultural Diversity
    Inquiry
    Information Literacy
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. 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
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. Exhibit integrity by consistently practicing ethical behavior, developing a meaningful practice of self-care, maintaining confidentiality,self-reflection, and approaching work with cultural sensitivity and humility.

    Social Interaction
    Collaboration,
    Ethical Conduct,
    Professional Conduct,
    Cultural Diversity
Program Learning Outcomes
  1. Conduct screenings and assessments, utilizing the gathered information to develop and implement client-centered care plans.

    Problem Solving
    Critical Thinking,
    Quantitative Reasoning
    Communication
    Written Expression
    Social Interaction
    Ethical Conduct
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
Program Learning Outcomes
  1. Demonstrate understanding of various theories of practice to intervene in behavioral health conditions.

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

Core Topics

1) History of Treatment of Mental Health Disorders

2) Evidence-based Practice 

3) Treatment Issues

4) Treatment Options for Depressive Disorders

5) Treatment Options for Generalized Anxiety Disorder

6) Treatment Options for PTSD

7) Treatment Options for Schizophrenia & psychosis

8) Treatment Options for Bipolar Disorders