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Explores basic principles of behavioral health and wellness care in behavioral health settings. This course develops interpersonal and technical skills while working with clients in psychiatric and mental health care settings. Provides an introduction to mental health disorders and human development to build rapport and empathy with clients/patients. Students will document and assess behaviors as well as evaluate the legal and ethical ramifications of delivering behavioral health care services.
Prerequisite (classes you must take first): Completion of Eng/Lang 2 and Integrated Math 2 (or equivalent)
Grades: 11-12
Certifications/Awards Offered:
Behavioral Health Plus (BH+)
Community College of Aurora Credit:
PTE 1010 Introduction to Behavioral Health Care and Wellness (3 credits)
Length of class: Semester
Credit: 1.0
Important Class Projects
Important Class Projects
Students will learn the following topics:
Qualities of Behavioral Health
Behavioral Health Care Team and Settings
Ethical and Legal Issues
Communication Techniques
Understanding Human Behavior
Behavioral Health and Mental Health Disorders
Coping Behaviors for Stress
Who should take this class?
Who should take this class?
This class is excellent for anyone interested in mental health/counseling as well as ANYONE who will need to de-escalate people who may be in crisis, such as police officers, EMT, healthcare workers, education, etc.
Other Info you should know
Other Info you should know
This course will be offered at Hidden Lake Secondary School. Students will be provided one-way transportation and the course will be double-blocked in the afternoon.
With successful completion of both classes in this pathway, students will a microcredential in Behavioral Health. They can continue taking college classes to earn additional certificates and degrees OR go directly to work!
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