HSRV 33000 - Psychopharm Human Services

An overview of the effects and side effects of psychiatric medications. Focus of the course will be knowledge useful in identifying 1) whether or not a client is responding to pharmacological treatment and 2) client behaviors indicating adverse effects of medication that should be reported to the client’s healthcare provider.

Preparation for Course
P: PSY 35000, HSRV 20000 and 21100 with grades of C- or better.

Cr. 1.
Student Learning Outcomes
1. Examine theoretical bases, best practices, organizational roles and functions and various methods of advocacy.
2. Apply theory and skills to identify, plan, implement and evaluate interventions involving client needs and delivery systems in human services profession.
3. Evaluate personal expectations, values, ethics, and self-care strategies as they relate to professional practice.
4. Understand and demonstrate the importance of culture, gender, diversity, and global perspectives in the delivery of human services.
5. Apply strategies and knowledge related to design, implementation, and evaluation of human service programs.
6. Assess information related to service delivery, including data analysis and evaluation of findings.
7. Integrate knowledge, theory, skills and professional behaviors to field experience and community engagement opportunities.
8. Explore the history of the human services profession, and the impact of past and present political, economic, social and technological trends.