Mental Health
MEN 101 (3 CR)
Mental Health Skill Training I
Develops skills necessary to function as a mental health worker, with emphasis on guided practice in counseling skills as well as improved self-awareness. Includes training in problem-solving, goal-setting, and implementation of appropriate strategies and evaluation techniques relating to interaction involving a variety of client needs. Lecture 3 hours per week.
MEN 135 (3 CR)
Human Services and the Law
Examines current issues in mental health and impact of federal and state laws on delivery of services. Considers issues of civil commitment of the mentally ill, confidentiality, and rights of clients. Lecture 3 hours per week.
MEN 225 (3 CR)
Counseling Therapy
BRCC prerequisites: HMS 100, MEN 101, PSY 215, PSY 231, PSY 232, SOC 215 and concurrent enrollment in or completion of one semester of HMS 190.
Studies various models of counseling theories and appropriate application of counseling techniques in the helping profession. Lecture 3 hours per week.