Course Code: REL-ALL-0-VMHC
Hours: 2
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2026
Learning Objectives:
Identify at least two considerations when working with veterans.
Recognize symptoms for at least two of the common mental health conditions in veterans.
Recall at least one screening tool used to assess common mental health conditions in veterans.
Define at least two psychotherapeutic interventions used for each of the common mental health conditions in veterans.
Indicate ways to screen and assess veterans for suicide risk.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Considerations When Working with Veterans
Working with Veterans
Military Culture
Treating Mental Health Issues in Veterans
Review
Summary
Section 3: Depression
Depression and Veterans
Treatment Options
Review
Summary
Section 4: Posttraumatic Stress Disorder
PTSD and Veterans
Assessing for Trauma and PTSD
Treatment Options
Review
Summary
Section 5: Suicide Risk and Prevention in Veterans
Suicide Risk in Veterans
Assessment and Screening
Suicide Interventions and Treatments
Review
Summary
Section 6: Substance Use Disorders
Substance Use in Veterans
Treatment Options
Review
Summary
Section 7: Grief and Loss
What is Grief?
Screening for Prolonged Grief Disorder
Treatment
Review
Summary
Section 8: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor
Resources
References
Subject Matter Expert: Bridgett Ross, PsyD
Bridgett Ross, Psy.D. received her bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Philosophy from Boston College and then her doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from Alliant International University. She is a licensed psychologist in California and was in private practice for 13 years treating various issues including trauma, anxiety and mood disorders, grief/loss, and issues around self-concept, identity, and attachment. Having supervised pre-licensed and licensed clinicians, she maintains an interest in professional issues in the field of psychology. Dr. Ross’ training and work history include Children’s Hospital Chadwick Center for Children and Families, Kaiser Permanente, Alvarado Parkway Institute, and the Department of Veterans Affairs, which informed her focus on providing evidence-based trauma treatment to diverse populations.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Nurses; Physician Assistants; Physicians; Professional Counselors; Psychologists; Social Workers; in the following settings: All Healthcare Settings.
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To earn continuing education credit for this course you must achieve a passing score of 80% on the post-test and complete the course evaluation.
Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.