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Behavioral Health Training

Adult Mental Health First Aid

The MHFA Course focuses on recognizing the patterns of thoughts, feelings, behaviors, & appearance that show there might be a challenge rather than on a specific disorder. This course includes 2 components, a self-paced portion and an instructor led portion-both will be virtual. The course is taught using MHFA Connect and Zoom. ADA Accommodations: Please contact the trainer at least a week in advance of the training date in order to arrange for accommodations.

Once you register, you will receive a link to join MHFA Connect. You must create an account in MHFA Connect to complete the self-paced introduction. You will not be able to attend the virtual instructor led portion unless you complete the self-paced introduction.

You will receive a link to GTT which you may disregard. This platform is for registration ONLY.
*** This course does NOT offer CE credit***

Learning Objectives:

  • Describe the purpose of MHFA and the role of the Mental Health First Aider.
  • Identify the impact of mental health (MH) challenges on the well-being of adults in the U.S.
  • Explain that recovery from a MH challenge is possible.
  • Describe the principles of safety & privacy for both the Mental Health First Aider and the person receiving MHFA.
  • Explain the five steps of the MHFA Action Plan (ALGEE).
  • Recognize the signs and symptoms of MH challenges that may impact adults.
  • Evaluate the impact of early intervention on MH challenges.
  • Apply the appropriate steps of the MHFA Action Plan when a person shows early signs of a MH challenge.
  • Apply the appropriate steps of the MHFA Action Plan when a person shows worsening signs of a MH challenge.
  • Apply the appropriate steps of the MHFA Action Plan to crisis situations.
  • Choose appropriate methods for self-care following the application of Mental Health First Aid in crisis or non-crisis situation.

Adverse Childhood Event (ACE)

This training reviews the concepts and results of the Adverse Childhood Events (ACE) Study, a decades-long landmark study showing the relationship between traumatic childhood experiences with adult health and social problems.

Learning Objectives:

  • Identify the summary of ACE study findings.
  • List the categories of the ACE study.
  • Identify negative physical and behavioral impacts of a high ACE score.
  • Discuss the positive impacts of ACE findings on child welfare.

CE Information: 2.0 CE hour available for this event for NBCC.

Mental Health First Aid for Youth

The Virtual Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) Course focuses on recognizing the patterns of thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and appearance that show there might be a mental health challenge. Participants are taught an action plan they apply to non-crisis and crisis situations.
This course includes 2 components, a self-paced portion (2 hours) and an instructor led portion (4.5 hours), both will be virtual. The course will be taught using MHFA Connect and Zoom.

Once you register, you will receive a link to join MHFA Connect. You must create an account in MHFA Connect to complete the self-paced introduction. You will not be able to attend the virtual instructor led portion unless you complete the self-paced introduction.
You will receive a link to GTT which you may disregard. This platform is for registration ONLY.
*** This course does NOT offer CE credit***

Learning Objectives:

  • Describe the purpose of YMHFA and the role of the Youth Mental Health First Aider.
  • Recognize the signs and symptoms of mental health challenges that may impact youth.
  • Explain the impact of traumatic experiences and the role of resilience on adolescent development.
  • Apply the appropriate steps of the MHFA Action Plan (ALGEE) in non-crisis situations.
  • Apply the appropriate steps of the MHFA Action Plan (ALGEE) in crisis situations.
  • Choose appropriate methods for self-care following the application of YMHFA in a crisis or non-crisis situation.

Screening Brief Intervention and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT)

2-hour session. Attendees will gain clinical knowledge and skills to implement the use of SBIRT in their practice. This training focuses on screening and referral to treatment for alcohol and substance use in patients in a health care setting.

Learning Objectives:

  • Define SBIRT.
  • List the components of SBIRT.
  • Name SBIRT tools and define how they may be used during an assessment.

CE Information:
2.0 CE hour available for this event for NBCC.

Clinical Topics in BH: Bipolar & Related Disorder

90-minute session. An overview of diagnostic criteria for Bipolar I and II, Cyclothymia, and Bipolar and Related Disorder Due to Another Medical Condition with a focus on different diagnostic criteria for children.

Learning Objectives:

  • Differentiate between types of Bipolar disorders.
  • Discuss differences in diagnosing adults with Bipolar disorders and children with Bipolar disorders.
  • Name two screening tools helpful in identifying symptoms associated with Bipolar Disorder.

Clinical Topics in BH: Depressive Disorders

2-hour session. In this course, clinicians will gain a thorough understanding of depressive disorders. The training will provide a deeper understanding of diagnostic considerations, common symptoms, comorbid conditions, useful ways to screen for depressive disorders, and evidence-based interventions. Clinicians will be able to apply knowledge learned in the training by completing a case scenario activity.

Learning Objectives:

  • Describe the prevalence of depressive disorders in adults and children.
  • List two possible symptoms of depressive disorders and three considerations for diagnosis.
  • Recognize two comorbid disorders commonly associated with depressive disorders.

Clinical Topics in BH: Schizophrenia & Other Psychotic Disorders

90-minute session. This course will offer an overview of schizophrenia with emphasis placed on defining mental illness, prevalence statistics of mental illness, medical and substance use comorbidity, risk/protective factors for developing an illness, and treatment options.

Learning Objectives:

  • Differentiate between positive and negative symptoms.
  • List two symptoms of schizophrenia.
  • Describe risk factors associated with development of psychosis.

Behavioral Health Screenings Tools for Providers

90-minute session. To help identify mental health/substance use disorders in their patients, providers learn to use these screenings: PHQ-2, PHQ-9, OASIS and Edinburgh for depression; GAD for anxiety; Vanderbilt for ADHD; and CAGE-AID for alcohol and substance use.

Learning Objectives:

  • Practice evidence-based behavioral health screening tools.
  • Demonstrate the impact of screening tools on the behavioral health referral process. 
  • Identify the benefits of a disease management and/or intensive case management program.

Integrated Health Care

90-minute session. Behavioral health, substance abuse and physical health providers are introduced to the concept of integrated care, which is designed to increase positive treatment outcomes through a holistic model of care and comprehensive and collaborative supports.

Learning Objectives:

  • List types of health care providers and models of care involved in integrated health.
  • Review efforts toward integration and location of resources.
  • Identify physical symptoms that may have behavioral or substance use origin.

Identifying and Supporting Individuals at Risk for Suicide

This training is designed to empower you with the knowledge and skills to identify and support at-risk individuals, allowing for timely and effective support. This course is accredited by Centene Institute for Advanced Health.

Learning Objectives:

  • Describe behavioral, environmental, situational, and societal factors that increase suicide risk.
  • Assess suicide risk and display use of safety supports using evidence-based risk tools.
  • Identify and strategize postvention strategies for support and wrap around suicide prevention care.

CE Information:
ANCC Credits: The Centene Institute for Advanced Health Education® designates this Internet Activity (Enduring Material) for a maximum of 1.50 ANCC contact hours.

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