BH 493: Practicum III

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Class Program

Behavioral Health

Credits

Lecture Hours 5 Clinical Hours 90

Weekly Contact Hours

Meets Degree Requirements For

Restricted Elective

Description

This course is a continuation of supervised clinical experience, building on the skills and experience gained in Practicum II. Skills students will focus on include intake interviewing, case management, assessment of client/consumer needs, and intervention strategies to meet those needs. Additional focus areas include individual and group counseling, outreach activities, documentation, use of community referral and networking resources, collaboration with colleagues, inter-agency communication, and professional growth. Ninety hours of recorded clinical experience are required.

Grading Basis

Graded

Prerequisite Courses

BH 492: Practicum II

Prerequisites

Pre-requisite BH& 492 or instructor permission

Course Learning Outcomes

Integrate theoretical classroom learning with experiential learning to implement professionalism and best practices related to behavioral health in a community agency setting.

Program Learning Outcomes

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.

Outline the charting procedures and paperwork requirements for entry level positions at the practicum site.

Program Learning Outcomes

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

Demonstrate ability to relate effectively with clients in an ethical and culturally responsive manner.

Program Learning Outcomes

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

Demonstrate and maintain successful work relationships with agency administrators, supervisors, and colleagues in the practicum setting.

Program Learning Outcomes

Demonstrate ability to effectively function as a member of an interprofessional care team in coordinating services and resources.

Social Interaction

Collaboration,

Professional Conduct

Demonstrate and maintain professional work habits, including punctuality, reliability, maintenance of a clean appearance, dressing within the expected dress code, completion of assigned duties as well as receiving and implementing professional feedback.

Program Learning Outcomes

Demonstrate ability to effectively function as a member of an interprofessional care team in coordinating services and resources.

Social Interaction

Collaboration,

Professional Conduct

Core Topics

Practicum III builds on learning and experience in Practicum I and II. The goal of Practum III is to have an ongoing opportunity to apply classroom lessons, to practice relevant skills, to develop a professional network and to gain real-world experience that increases the student’s chance at advancing their career. Ideally this would include exposure to clients, a variety of staff, situations that are new to to the student, and new responsibilities.