(Noncredit)
State Control Number: 42596
Program Code: HLTH.COMEHE.CCN
Approved for Federal Financial Aid: No
This noncredit certificate is designed to provide an introductory overview of the mental health spectrum, including wellness, recovery, and resiliency for individuals working or hoping to work in community mental health organizations. The certificate will provide an overview of mental health terminology used on a community college campus or within the local community, including K-12 institutions. Topics will include the promotion of help-seeking behavior and social connectedness while reducing stigma and discrimination associated with mental illness. This certificate will be interactive and will include a service-learning project. The program would benefit those working in counseling-related fields who wish to learn more about mental health so that they can be better prepared to serve their clients.