BH 640 - Behavioral Health Informatics

Credits: 3

This course will provide an introduction to the use of information technology to support and improve behavioral healthcare, particularly in reaching currently underserved populations. In particular, the course will introduce students to best practices in the use of electronic and personal health records and other web-based tools for client screening, assessment and treatment. Health information privacy, confidentiality, and security issues will be presented and other ethical issues in health informatics will be discussed. Attention will also be given to exciting new opportunities that are emerging as new technologies become available, including mobile apps, telemedicine, and other “smart” technologies and devices. Students will explore the challenges to implementing behavioral health informatics technologies in community and integrated healthcare settings.

Restriction: College restricted to Sch of Nursing and Health Prof; Restricted to DN5 NS