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2019-2020 University of Maine at Machias Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

PSY 216 - Vocational Aspects of Disability & Psychiatric Rehabilitation

This course will address the notion of psychiatric rehabilitation via a range of services to support people with psychiatric and other disabilities, in a holistic fashion, noting the conceptual practice of psychosocial rehabilitation as a core organizing principle underlying all behavioral health care.  Core philosophies are examined, including historical and current theories and practices, noting the use of contemporary effective practices which are key to current psychiatric rehabilitation.  Since employment is a key part of rehabilitation, the course will focus on vocational rehabilitation.  Skills for evaluating and assessing the vocational impact of a disability and effective strategies for promoting client understanding and access to community resources will be addressed. 

Prerequisites:   PSY 211, or permission of instructor.

Course Typically Offered Every Spring

Credits: 3