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This course explores behavioral health within the context of Native American culture. You will gain an understanding of the unique mental health challenges faced by Indigenous communities.

Topics covered will include historical trauma, intergenerational trauma, substance abuse, suicide, and the impact of colonialism on mental health. You will also examine the importance of cultural identity, spirituality, and community in promoting resilience and well-being among Indigenous peoples.

By the end of the course, you will have a deeper appreciation for the cultural richness and diversity of American Indian & Alaska Native (AIAN) communities and a greater awareness of the need for culturally responsive mental health care.

An overview of Trauma-Informed Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) concepts, introducing or expanding TF-CBT in practices, signs and symptoms of trauma in diverse populations, and TF-CBT screening tools and interventions.

An overview of opportunities to address key structural and organizational barriers to behavioral health access, including examples of national innovations and best practices.

An introduction to the Behavioral Health Entity (BHE) licensure, what it means to be a BHE, and the process for becoming a BHE.

By taking this course, you will gain a better understanding of the complexities involved in assessing, diagnosing, and treating “serious mental illness,” the challenges individuals with serious mental illness face, common stigmas and biases, and how to best treat this population according to evidence-based treatment and best practices.

An overview of screening tools for children through adults, including screening tools that span a variety of conditions, the importance of conducting culturally responsive screening interviews, and workflow options and methods.

This course focuses on working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). It will equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to understand and support this population effectively. The course covers a variety of topics that are relevant to I/DD, providing a comprehensive understanding of the unique behavioral health challenges that individuals with I/DD face. 

You will gain insights into the specific behavioral, emotional, social, and medical challenges individuals with I/DD may experience and how these challenges can manifest in various settings. You will see that medical conditions are often at the core of challenging behavior in individuals with I/DD.

Furthermore, the course will emphasize the importance of person-centered approaches and individualized care when working with individuals with I/DD. You will explore strategies for establishing rapport, building trust, and effectively communicating with individuals with communication difficulties. Collaboration with families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary teams will be crucial to supporting individuals with I/DD. You will understand the importance of involving family members and caregivers in the treatment process and collaborating across Colorado's system of care. 

Completing this course will enhance your ability to provide compassionate and effective support for individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, promoting their behavioral health and overall well-being.