BHS 152 Applied Therapeutic Communication Skills

This course teaches the theory and practice of communication skills to establish and maintain effective helping relationships and enhance the therapeutic alliance. Emphasis on verbal communication, nonverbal communication, paraverbal communication, rapport building, empathetic and active listening skills, resolving interpersonal conflicts, appropriate feedback, and developing and maintaining professional relationships.

3 hours lecture.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

BHS 150, BHS 151, and HLT 111. Co-requisite: BHS 153.