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3.00 Credits
3 C.H. Previously: HS 151 Prerequisite or Parallel: ENG* E101. An overview of specific skills and practical strategies for developing responsible, capable children and youth and for strengthening families. Practical techniques are explained and applied in dealing with and preventing problems in families. Teaching methods include interactive group experiences and discussion, exercises, reading, and practice assignments. Skills acquired are applicable to broader settings, including childcare programs and schools.
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3.00 Credits
3 C.H. A hands on course for people aiming to work in the behavioral/mental health field. The course teaches peer support skills and provides students with skills and competencies that help to move persons with behavioral/mental health problems forward in their recovery. Topics include learning about and developing effective peer support competencies related to communication skills, pathways of recovery, elements of peer support, empowering interpersonal interactions, understanding substance abuse, trauma, mental illness and mental health.
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3.00 Credits
3 C.H. Previously: HS 104 A survey of systems and services for children, youth, and adults with serious mental illnesses as well as individuals with mental illnesses and addictions. Topics include treatment, rehabilitation and recovery, managed care, community support services, public awareness, consumer empowerment, and career opportunities.
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3.00 Credits
3 C.H. Previously: HS 210 Focus on particular topics in mental health services that are especially relevant to working in community settings. Emphasis on conceptual knowledge about hands-on skills in clinical management and specific administrative tasks in working with clients. Topics include assessment, psychiatric medications, dual diagnosis, relapse prevention, crisis management, violence prevention, goal planning, entitlements, and burnout.
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3.00 Credits
3 C.H. Previously: HS 105 Prerequisite: ENG* E101 or permission of the instructor. An overview of the policy and treatment issues in behavioral healthcare. Particular areas of concern include assessments, treatment concepts, national and state policies, dual diagnosis issues, managed care, and client motivation. The course examines current research and demographics which underpin the behavioral health movement.
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3.00 Credits
3 C.H. Previously: HS 213 Prerequisite: PSY* E111 and ENG* E101 or permission of the instructor. An overview of the theories of human behavior, addiction, mental health and change in all these areas of practice. This course will cover the cycle of change and Motivational Enhancement Therapy (MET) as used in the Behavioral Healthcare Model. The course will also examine the application of these concepts, theories, and skills to individuals with multiple behavioral difficulties.
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3.00 Credits
3 C.H. Previously: HS 161 Prerequisite: PSY* E111. An overview of the field of developmental disabilities as it applies to people across the lifespan from birth to old age. Topics include mental retardation, cognitive disabilities, acquired brain injury, physical disabilities, sensory impairment and others. The course examines these topics from a variety of perspectives including prevalence, psychological aspects, age-related, adaptive problems and habilitative services in the continuum of care.
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3.00 Credits
3 C.H. Previously: HS 103 An interdisciplinary introduction to the major concepts and issues related to the study of the aging process. The course is designed for students considering a career in gerontology or in a field where understanding the psychological, physical, social, and environmental issues of the elderly is of critical importance.
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3.00 Credits
3 C.H. Previously: HS 225 Prerequisite: Permission of the Human Services faculty. A research project-oriented course under the personal supervision of a faculty member in the Human Services Program. It is designed to provide an opportunity to explore particular problem and subject areas within the area of Human Services. Subjects may be in urban studies, law enforcement, mental health, early childhood education, public administration, gerontology, etc. Assignments and hours will be individually tailored with the student.
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3.00 Credits
3 C.H. Previously: HS 111 A developmentally-based, experiential course designed to introduce pre-professionals and professionals to the basic concepts, theories and skills used in human service counseling. Practical application of skills and role-playing will be emphasized.
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