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Course Description

Care for Residents with Mental Illness - Understanding mental illness, interpreting and addressing challenging behavior therapies available, de-escalation techniques, non-violent intervention techniques, appropriate sexual behavior, understanding recovery principles, care for individuals with substance abuse, forensic issues, & sex offenders, creating a therapeutic environment, commitment procedures, medications and mental health, behavior modifications, conflict resolution, and signs/symptoms and consequences of depression. 

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Type
WEB
Dates
Apr 17, 2025 to Apr 22, 2025
Course Fee(s)
Registration Fee non-credit $144.00
Section Notes
Upon registration, you will receive a link via email and login directions to the online classroom and materials the Friday before the first session of class. All course materials are provided electronically. Printed copies are available upon request with an additional fee. All classes are on Zoom except for the Exam and Demonstration for CPR. These are held at Penn State Beaver in Monaca Pennsylvania. Program time is Tuesday or Thursday evening and every other Saturday. You will need to login to Zoom with a computer that has video and audio capability. You will need to have your camera on and appear in view for attendance requirements. You are not permitted to work or be involved in any other activity while in class. Attendance will also be verified by reviewing Zoom registration. Questions: Please contact Crista Sabo, cms70@psu.edu. Thank you for choosing Penn State Beaver.​
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