How do you and your practice know what behavioral health providers should be prepared to provide to your patients?

This module describes the key behavioral health provider competencies and how these enhance integration by clarifying the scope and form; and the practice application for each.

Learning Objectives

• Recognize the eight core competencies for behavioral health professionals (BHP) working within a primary care practice.
• Identify at least two team-based and integrated care workflow strategies that align with the core competencies.
• Demonstrate an understanding of team roles within competencies #1 and #4.

Who should complete this module?

The information in this module is valuable for all primary care team members, including clinical (clinicians and staff), operational (front and back office), and administrators (leadership and management).