Behavioral Health Rotation 5 Credits/Maximum of 5

Catalog description

PAS 741 Behavioral Health Rotation is a required clinical experience providing exposure to patients with mental health and behavioral conditions. Students participate in the evaluation and management of patients with a range of psychosocial and psychiatric concerns. The rotation emphasizes psychiatric assessment, clinical reasoning, and patient-centered communication. Students develop skills in identifying common mental health conditions and applying evidence-based management strategies to support patient-centered care, including the management of substance use disorders. Upon completion of this rotation, students will demonstrate the ability to evaluate and manage patients with behavioral health conditions. Students will develop differential diagnoses and apply evidence-based treatment approaches, including pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic strategies. Students will also refine their communication skills, including therapeutic interactions with patients and families, to support patient-centered care and effective long-term management.