BHS 150 Introduction to Behavioral Health and Social Services**

This course offers a survey of the behavioral health and social services professions, including scope of practice and training requirements and exploration of employment opportunities in the field, and self-assessment/academic planning for a career in mental health. It also provides an overview of mental health disorders and first responder skills in a mental health crisis situation.

3 hours lecture, 2 hours laboratory.

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Credits

4

Prerequisite

Completion of, or concurrent enrollment in HLT 111. Must have an Arizona Department of Public Safety fingerprint clearance.