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  • HSRV 7301 Mental Health and Communities

    Prerequisite(s): None

    In this course, students will have an opportunity to explore and analyze a wide range of mental health services and the ways that these services interact in various community settings. Topics include the history of mental health disorders and public mental health policy, community prevention and intervention strategies, disparities in service utilization among diverse populations, and the role of sociopolitical and economic factors in the development of community approaches to mental health care.

  • HSRV 7302 Program Planning and Consultation in Mental Health

    Prerequisite(s): None

    This course provides an overview of the program planning process and consultation services, administration, and program evaluation procedures for various agencies, hospitals, schools, churches, and related entities. Students will acquire skills in identifying and implementing effective facilitation approaches, negotiation, and advocacy action plans.

  • HSRV 7303 Policies, Economics, and Services in Mental Health

    Prerequisite(s): None

    In this course, students will analyze major policy issues and the economic impact on communities as related to mental health issues. Students will explore access to mental health treatment, service utilization patterns, and principles of economic theory to predict changes in access and the influential role that economics play in the design and implementation of mental health services and policies.

  • HSRV 7304 Multicultural Issues in Mental Health

    Prerequisite(s): None

    This course is designed to examine the advanced scope of multicultural issues in mental health and within communities, exploring the systemic issues and community perspectives relevant to multiculturalism, diversity, and social justice through the lens of racial, ethnic, and cultural heritage.

  • HSRV 7305 Community Mental Health Administration and Law

    Prerequisite(s): None

    In this course students will discuss current trends and technology, and opportunities related to mental health management. This course will include topics such as mental health business and management, budget models, ethical business and marketing practices, billing, insurance, integrated behavioral healthcare models, Medicaid, Medicare, and HIPPA and FERPA compliances.

  • HSRV 7306 Trauma and Community Crisis

    Prerequisite(s): None

    This course examines the nature and effects of crisis, trauma, and natural disasters on or within communities. Exploring and developing strategies and training to work with situational crisis and epidemics that affect school, faith instructions, emergency care and facilities, and communities at large. This course will examine human service delivery systems and guidelines for attending to the emotional and mental health needs of both disaster survivors and responders as well as counseling responses and interaction with national, religious, and governmental relief agencies such as FEMA and The American Red Cross.

  • HSRV 7307 Grant Writing for Human Services

    Prerequisite(s): None

    This course provides comprehensive training in researching, developing, writing, and managing grant proposals for nonprofit, government, and academic organizations in the field of human services. The course is designed to equip individuals with the professional skillset to secure funding, while aligning with a faith-based perspective that incorporates Biblical stewardship, ethics, and mission-driven goals. Students learn to identify funding opportunities, craft persuasive proposals, create project budgets, design evaluation tools, and utilize spiritual formation and its connection to fundraising and community impact within the field, culminating in a professional, ready-to-submit grant application.

  • HSRV 7308 Leadership in Human Services

    Prerequisite(s): EDLR 7323

    This course focuses on theories and strategies for effective leadership to inspire, influence, and create change; align individuals, groups, and communities to action; and bridge differences and foster inclusivity. It will provide an orienting framework for exploring the competencies to be mastered by Human Services professionals at all levels of leadership. This educational experience also provides students with the opportunity to be aware of personal values; develop, demonstrate, and promote Christian values in the human services field; and analyze ethical dilemmas and the ways in which these affect practice, services, and clients in a variety of settings. Strategies to combat discrimination, oppression, and economic deprivation are examined, as well as those that promote social and economic justice in organizations and community environments.

  • HSRV 7381 Special Topics

    Prerequisite(s): None

    Topics are selected on basis of student need and academic qualifications of staff. If regular lectures are not given, a minimum of 30 hours of work for each hour credit must be included. This course may be repeated for credit.