Core Safety and Documentation for Behavioral Health (8 Contact Hours)
- 1 Section
- 9 Lessons
- 2 Quizzes
Core Safety and Documentation for Behavioral Health
- Course Overview & Introduction
- Module 1: Foundations of Behavioral Health Safety
- Module 2: Crisis Prevention and De-escalation
- Module 3: Patient Confidentiality and Privacy Laws
- Module 4: Navigating HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2 The implementation of a trauma-informed paradigm requires behavioral
- Module 5: Principles of Clinical Documentation
- Module 6: Writing Objective Progress Notes
- Module 7: Ethical Boundaries and Dual Relationships
- Module 8: Professional Scope and Self-Care
- Post-Test: Core Safety and Documentation for Behavioral Health
- Program Evaluation
This 8-hour continuing education course equips Behavioral Health Technicians and Certified Recovery Support Specialists with essential competencies for residential and community-based settings. Participants will master critical protocols for client and personal safety, rigorous adherence to federal confidentiality laws including HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2, and the execution of accurate clinical documentation. This foundational training ensures support staff operate within strict ethical boundaries to effectively protect vulnerable populations.
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