Professional Practice

Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to:
1.    Understand how their personal and work-related stress and stressors can impact them as an employee;
2.    Demonstrate an understanding of stress management techniques;  
3.    Understand the process of debriefing in relation to stress management and crisis intervention;
4.    Demonstrate an understanding of how and why supportive relationships are useful to the caregiver;
5.    Understand the benefits of life-long learning and its importance in remaining current in one's practice;
6.    Understand and discuss strategies and resources that foster learning;
7.    Demonstrate an understanding of how research enhances excellence in the practice setting;
8.    Demonstrate an understanding of self-evaluation and peer feedback regarding maintaining and promoting excellence in practice for the Mental Health and Substance Use Worker.