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330.685.79
Introduction to Screening for Behavioral Health Conditions

Course Status
Cancelled

Location
Internet
Term
Summer Institute
Department
Mental Health
Credit(s)
1
Academic Year
2022 - 2023
Instruction Method
Synchronous Online
Start Date
Tuesday, June 14, 2022
End Date
Wednesday, June 15, 2022
Class Time(s)
Tu, W, 8:30am - 12:20pm
Auditors Allowed
No
Available to Undergraduate
No
Grading Restriction
Letter Grade or Pass/Fail
Contact Name
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
Special Comments

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