Pediatric Behavioral and Mental Health Assessment and Management II

3 credits · School of Nursing

This course is designed to prepare advanced practice nursing students (APRN) to gain skills and knowledge regarding the unique challenges, opportunities and professional issues associated with the delivery of pediatric mental health care in various settings of the United States. Key components of the course include delivery of evidence based practice strategies in various clinical settings (primary care, Emergency Department, rural/under-served clinics, School-based health centers), assessment of social determinants of health and implications for care, cultural sensitivity, and promotion of inter-professional collaboration to manage common pediatric developmental, behavioral, and mental health issues.