BHAV411 — Field Practicum I
5 credits Field Practicum 1 exposes students to behavioral healthcare services, clients, and practitioners. Students observe aspects of behavioral healthcare to gain firsthand understanding, to discover potential career pathways, and to identify what knowledge or skills they still need to develop. The objective of the three-quarter sequence of practicum courses is to provide learning opportunities which support students’ individualized professional goals through exposure, practice, and service. Prerequisites: BHAV 120 , BHAV 130 , BHAV 210 , BHAV 311 , BHAV 321 , and BHAV 331 Corequisites: Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to: Demonstrate welcoming behavior toward all clients, including those showing unusual or unpleasant behavior Outline education and credentials to service providers and prospective clients Identify when client needs are beyond current competency and refer to qualified staff Explain the roles of staff members in the setting Promote the safety of clients, staff, and the public by following agency protocols, including setting limits on client behavior Protect clients’ rights, including confidentiality, by following agency protocols Document services provided Formulate strategies to avoid the disclosure of personal information which has the potential to interfere with clients’ work toward recovery Program
Prerequisites: BHAV120, BHAV130, BHAV210, BHAV311, BHAV321, BHAV331