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Apr 24, 2024
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SHS 132 - Introduction to Mental Health Technician
3.0 Credits
Introduction to the mental health technician career path. Includes overview of the history and development of the mental health technician role within health care. Includes career paths, knowledge, and skills required for effective practice, and the rewards and challenges of working in this field.
Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Identify best practices for mental health technicians.
- Identify key interventions used when providing care to vulnerable populations.
- Analyze the range of practice, ethical expectations, and legal and licensing laws pertaining to the field.
- Describe the processes used to develop a person-centered relationship and person-centered service.
- Explore career opportunities and placements in a variety of settings including inpatient units, structured care homes, and other work sites.
- Develop skills in de-escalation, patient assessment, rehabiltative intervention, documentation, and milieu therapy.
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