This course presents an overview of the knowledge and skills needed to assess acute and persistent mental health and substance use challenges. Applying a biopsychosocial lens and strength-based collaborative approach to assessment, students learn to conduct a social history, develop a written biopsychosocial assessment, and create a plan that matches services to the goals and needs of the individual.

Restrictions: Must be in the Interprofessional Mental Health and Addictions Advanced Certificate Program (IMHA1).

Lecture Hours: 45