Training behavioral healthcare professionals

About this book

The editors of Training Behavioral Healthcare Professionals present innovative changes in conventional educational programs as well as new methods to train professionals in the clinical and administrative skills they need to offer superior service. This essential resource is written by practicing behavioral healthcare clinicians working within the managed care environment. These experts outline information on such key topics as accountability, case management, outcome measures, practice guidelines, brief therapy, and multidisciplinary teamwork. The contributors also identify new approaches and courses that can be added to educational programs to better prepare clinicians to meet the challenges of working in the new behavioral healthcare environment. Recommendations include classes on practice management, healthcare economics, computerization, marketing, and new treatment modalities.