Behavioral Health Coursework
FRCC’s non-credit courses offer flexible learning and a certificate of completion for those who pass. Future pathways may allow these courses to count for college credit. Please sign up at this link to be added to our email list and be notified when registration opens https://frontrange.formstack.com/forms/behinterestform!
Contact Amber Phebus with any questions: Amber.phebus@frontrange.edu
Coursework includes:
Mapping Your Career in Behavioral Health:
Explore the exciting world of behavioral health and discover a range of career paths right here in Colorado—from entry-level roles to advanced practice. Whether you're just curious or ready to dive in, this course helps you see how your interests and skills could fit in the field. Plus, you can boost your resume with an optional Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, including a hands-on skills test.
Behavioral Health Plus:
Designed for public-facing professionals, this 10-week online course provides foundational knowledge in behavioral health and entry-level crisis management. It’s a practical way to upskill and explore entry-level roles in this growing field.
Therapeutic Communication & Case Management:
Designed to complete the Qualified Behavioral Health Assistant microcredential when paired with the Behavioral Health Plus non-credit course, this 7-week class builds applicable skills in therapeutic communication, case management, ethics, and more.
Qualified Behavioral Health Assistant (QBHA): This support professional, non-clinical role works under supervision to carry out activities such as wellness promotion and education, community needs assessment, screening, referrals, crisis management, case management, orientation to services & care navigation, and individual and group interventions. (https://hcpf.colorado.gov/bh-policies#MedicaidProviders)
