Course Summary

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

Learning Objectives

Upon completing this material, learners will be able to:

1. Summarize the meaning of a Behavioral Health Entity License and Designation​.
2. Describe why a BHE license is needed​.
3. Identify the intended recipients of a BHE license and designation.​
4. Explain the difference between licensure, Safety Net approval and designation​.
5. Describe the requirements of the BHE license and designation​.
6. Identify the clinical and financial benefits of being a BHE​.
7. Describe the BHE licensing process.

Learning Audience

This asynchronous course is designed for behavioral health providers seeking essential information on attaining and maintaining appropriate licensure and approvals, understanding regulatory requirements, and complying with updated standards in the State of Colorado.

Course Duration

• 37 minutes

External Content Notice

This learning content is housed and managed outside of the OwnPath Learning Hub system, and is shared in partnership with the Colorado Department of Healthcare Policy and Financing (HCPF).

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