Ethics and Laws -
Graduates of Grand Canyon University’s Master of Science in Mental Health and Wellness with Emphasis in Community Mental Health Administration program will be exposed to the ethics and laws of the mental health and wellness fields.

• Analyze the legal, ethical, and community standards within the mental health and wellness field.
• Propose strategies to promote self-care and wellbeing for mental health and wellness providers.
• Assess the use of various technologies in the mental health and wellness field.

Social, Cultural, and Spiritual Foundations -
Graduates of Grand Canyon University’s Master of Science in Mental Health and Wellness with Emphasis in Community Mental Health Administration program will be exposed to the social, cultural, and spiritual foundations related to the mental health and wellness fields.

• Analyze how culture impacts an individual’s ability to recover, sense of belonging, connectivity, and wellbeing.
• Identify resources and support systems in the community that promote mental health and wellness.
• Assess personal competency to work with people with different backgrounds, belief systems, and worldviews.

Leadership -
Graduates of Grand Canyon University’s Master of Science in Mental Health and Wellness with Emphasis in Community Mental Health Administration program will be exposed to the aspects of leadership within the mental health and wellness fields.

• Analyze leadership abilities needed to manage the daily operations of a mental health and wellness facility.
• Assess the components of successful mental health and wellness programs.
• Describe strategies to help mental health and wellness professionals increase motivation and effectiveness.

Mental and Emotional Health First Aid -
Graduates of Grand Canyon University’s Master of Science in Mental Health and Wellness with Emphasis in Community Mental Health Administration program will be exposed to the different types of mental and emotional first aid within the mental health and wellness fields.

• Determine coping approaches for various mental health crisis situations.
• Describe best assessment practices and treatment modalities for mental health disorders.
• Analyze the relationship between mental, emotional, and physical health throughout human development.

Integrated Health -
Graduates of Grand Canyon University’s Master of Science in Mental Health and Wellness with Emphasis in Community Mental Health Administration program will be exposed to the integrated health model within the mental health and wellness fields.

• Determine best practices in using the integrated health model.
• Analyze the integrated health system in the U.S.
• Analyze the latest research in integrated health.
• Explain the impact of well-being in human functioning and achieving life satisfaction.

Community Mental Health Administration -
Graduates of Grand Canyon University’s Master of Science in Mental Health and Wellness with Emphasis in Community Mental Health Administration program will be exposed to administrative practices within the mental health and wellness fields.

• Evaluate policy compliance within an organization.
• Propose best practices for human resource management within an organization.
• Prepare a budget that accounts for multiple aspects of a mental health and wellness facility.