An Understanding of Military Culture for Behavioral Health Paraprofessionals
Military cultural competence is essential to effectively engage, understand, and support active-duty service members, reservists, and veterans in behavioral health treatment. Unfortunately, a survey examining military cultural competence among behavioral health providers found that many community-based clinicians lack the necessary competence to adequately serve military members and their families (Tanielian et al., 2014). Military personnel cite a lack of understanding of their military-specific experiences and culture as one of the primary barriers to engaging in and remaining connected with treatment (American Psychological Association Practice Organization, 2016). This course will provide you with an introduction to military culture. You will learn about the overall structure of the military, the core values of the primary branches, and the unique experiences of specific sub-populations within the military. This information will help more effectively engage with, understand, respect, and support the military service members who seek your services.
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Course Code: REL-BHC-0-UMCBHP
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2027
Learning Objectives:
Describe key aspects of military culture, its branches, and the sub-populations within military culture.
Recall at least three ways that military culture impacts the experiences and behavioral health needs of service members and veterans.
Outline:
Section 1: Military Culture and Structure
Why Learn About Military Culture?
Your Specific Role
Elements of Military Culture
Cultural Factors
Common Characteristics
Military Structure and Branches
Defining Military Status
Quick Check
Officers and Enlisted Personnel
Missions
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 2: Military Values and Challenges
Shared Values and Ethos
The Challenge
Behavioral Health Concerns
Barriers to Care
Stigma and Treatment
How You Can Help
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 3: Marginalized Populations in the Military
What is a Marginalized Population?
Racial and Ethnically Diverse Populations
Women
Sexual and Gender Diverse Populations
Review
Key Takeaways
Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor
Resources
References
Subject Matter Expert: Lauren Quick-Graham, MSW, LCSW, LCAS, CCS
Lauren received her Master of Social Work degree from North Carolina State University in Raleigh. She has over 13 years of experience working in case management and counseling. She is a PhD student at North Carolina State University focusing on continuing professional education for adult learners. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist, and Certified Clinical Supervisor in North Carolina. She has worked in private practice, the Veterans Health Administration, and community-based organizations focusing on serving adults with an emphasis on trauma, addictions, chronic pain, and crisis intervention. She has extensive experience providing clinical supervision services to social workers and addiction professionals. Lauren joined Relias as a behavioral health content writer and subject matter expert in 2021.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Care and Case Managers; in the following settings: Behavioral Health: Community Services.
Relias Learning will be transparent in disclosing if any commercial support, sponsorship or co-providership is present prior to the learner completing the course.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.