Introduction to Behavioral Health - Pharmacology 1

Catalog description

This course offers a concise yet comprehensive overview of behavioral health disorders, commencing with an examination of the pharmacological actions of alcohol and other drugs of misuse and delving into the specifics of alcohol and drug pharmacology. A key focus will be on developing practical skills in substance use disorder case management, emphasizing the importance of referral and use of community resources and effective service coordination to ensure holistic client support. Students will gain a foundational understanding of addiction as a complex biopsychosocial phenomenon, along with other common behavioral health conditions. Upon completion, students will be able to articulate the effects of common substances, navigate community resources, coordinate client services, apply case management principles, and demonstrate an understanding of the nature of addiction.