Mental Health Practitioner Certificate

Program Requirements

Program Information

General Requirements for Degrees, Diplomas, and Certificates

See Century College Policy 3.17.0.1

Program Note

• Each course applied to the certificate must be completed with a grade of C or higher.

Transfer, Articulation Agreements, and Partnerships

See the Century College website for information regarding transfer.

This program is intended primarily for employment preparation rather than transfer to a four-year institution. Some courses may not transfer to a number of four-year colleges. If you are considering the possibility of transfer, you may wish to talk with your advisor, counselor, or program instructor before registering to discuss your goals, look at programs designed for transfer, and develop a plan.

Program Learning Outcomes

At the end of this program students will be able to:

• Identify common psychological disorders in the DSM and their evidence-based treatments, including medication
• Explain how person-centered, strengths-based, and trauma-informed approaches are used in the mental health field
• Demonstrate interpersonal communication skills that are effective in mental health work, including supportive communication and de-escalation
• Explain the importance of ethical and professional behavior in the mental health setting
• Explain how culture can impact individuals, including their mental health and illness
• Explain physical, cognitive, and psychosocial developmental changes throughout at least one age group (childhood, adolescence, or adulthood)
• Demonstrate interviewing, assessment, and writing skills appropriate for the mental health field
• Apply psychological principles in an internship setting

Program Contact Information

Dr. Jessie Breyer-Peterson 651.444.3662 Room 3456 West

Sample Plan

Please note that this is a sample course sequence. Individual schedules will vary depending upon student needs, goals, and availability. Students are recommended to meet with their advisor, counselor, or faculty program instructors to create an individualized plan that includes prerequisites and application requirements. For detailed program information see the Century College website. This information is subject to change.

Note

This information is subject to change. Changes and updates are posted on century.edu

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