The Mental Health Studies certificate is designed for human services professionals and professionals in other fields for whom an understanding of mental health challenges and interventions may enhance their job skills and performance.
Courses requiring a grade of “C” or better: HSE and MHA
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| HSE-110 | 3 | ||
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This course introduces the human services field, including the history, agencies, roles, and careers. Topics include personal/professional characteristics, diverse populations, community resources, disciplines in the field, systems, ethical standards, and major theoretical and treatment approaches. Upon completion, students should be able to identify the knowledge, skills, and roles of the human services worker. |
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| MHA-140 | 3 | ||
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This course provides a comprehensive overview of mental health and wellness and the roles, duties, and ethical aspects of providing mental health services. Topics include the history of mental health services, common mental health challenges, professional qualifications, and current trends. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss the impact of mental health, examine various treatment settings, and analyze the requirements for providing mental health services in public, private, nonprofit, and community environments. |
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| MHA-238 | 3 | ||
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This course examines the development and use of DSM/ICD in the mental health setting to establish a common language. Emphasis is placed on history, terminology, and assessment practices associated with the DSM/ICD in the treatment of psychological disorders. Upon completion, students should be able to explain the core vocabulary of treatment approaches and their applications. |
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| HSE-123 | 3 | ||
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This course covers the purpose, structure, focus, and techniques utilized in effective interviewing. Emphasis is placed on observing, attending, listening, responding, summarizing, and documenting with instructor supervision. Upon completion, students should be able to perform the basic interviewing skills needed to facilitate the helping relationship. |
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| MHA-150 | 3 | ||
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This course provides exposure to different mental health treatment and intervention modalities. Topics include professional and self-help forms of intervention. Upon completion, students should be able to apply culturally competent mental health intervention principles to individuals and groups in a variety of treatment settings. |
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| MHA-240 | 3 | ||
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This course covers the roles and duties of the individual and community advocate. Topics include treatment planning, needs assessment, referral procedures, and follow-up and integration of services. Upon completion, students should be able to effectively advocate for the care of the whole person and community. |
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Curriculum is based on the 2024-2025 catalog.