330.685.11
Introduction to Screening for Behavioral Health Conditions

Cancelled

Location
East Baltimore
Term
Summer Institute
Department
Mental Health
Credit(s)
1
Academic Year
2022 - 2023
Instruction Method
In-person
Auditors Allowed
No
Available to Undergraduate
No
Grading Restriction
Letter Grade or Pass/Fail
Course Instructor(s)
Ramin Mojtabai
Contact Name
Ramin Mojtabai
Frequency Schedule
One Year Only
Prerequisite

At least one prior introductory course in epidemiology.

Description
Behavioral health screening is increasingly viewed as a key strategy for supporting mental health and well-being across the life course. This course will explore the who, what, when, where, and why of evidence-based screening for a variety of different behavioral and social conditions.
Describes the application of screening to different behavioral health conditions across the life course. Reviews key psychometric properties of screening tools. Introduces the desired diagnostic, treatment, and health-related outcomes of screening. Discusses possible harms and drawbacks of behavioral health screening for different stakeholders. Encourages critical thinking when reading empirical research.
Learning Objectives
Upon successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  1. Explain the anticipated outcomes of screening as a preventive intervention to support population-level mental health
  2. Identify possible challenges in the application of screening to different behavioral health conditions
  3. Critique existing guidelines and health policies on the application of behavioral health screening in the United States
Methods of Assessment
This course is evaluated as follows:
  • 30% Participation
  • 10% Discussion Board
  • 60% Final Presentation
Instructor Consent
No consent required
Special Comments

Students are expected to submit a pre-recorded presentation due two weeks after the course has ended.