Nov 09, 2025  
Catalog 2025-2026 
    
Catalog 2025-2026

SW 610 - Social Work Practice in Behavioral Health


This advanced elective course introduces content about client populations, social policy, and practice in the area of Behavioral Health. This course will emphasize the policies, programs, and services related to behavioral health as well as evidence-informed interventions and skills for effective practice. Special topics include the etiology of mental illness, dual diagnosis clients, consumer participation, and culturally relevant services. 

Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [(Prereq: SW 520  and SW 540 ) and (Restricted to MSW Students)]
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter

Units: 3