This learning module is about recovery and recovery oriented care for individuals with psychiatric disabilities. Research studies conducted across the globe have demonstrated that recovery is common in individuals with psychiatric disabilities. In fact, it is thought that research literature under-represents the number of individuals who have recovered from mental illness, in part, because many of them are actively involved in the community and have chosen not to disclose their disability.

Through this module you will learn about: The history of the recovery movement, some definitions of “the many faces” of recovery, the clinician’s roles and attitudes that facilitate recovery, barriers to recovery, introduction to some ways that California Department of Mental Health (DMH) is incorporating recovery oriented care, and finally, resources in the community that promote wellness and recovery.

Continuing Education (CE) Credits:

These online training modules were developed by CAPIC under a contract with the California Department of Mental Health (DMH) funded by the Mental Health Services Act (MHSA). As such, these online modules are available to the public free of charge.

However, besides their use as general training resources, these online modules are also approved for Continuing Education (CE) credits for California-licensed Mental Health Clinicians. This online module is approved for 2.0 hours of CE credits. Again, only CA-licensed Mental Health Clinicians are eligible for these CE credits.

CAPIC is authorized to charge $15 per module solely for the administration of CE credits, which is being done in partnership with Alliant International University. If you are not seeking CE credits, there is no CE administration fee and no cost for using these online training modules.

Participants seeking CE credits must complete all aspects of this module including passing the exam at the end of the module. At the start of the exam, you will be asked for your California license number (if you are seeking CE credits), as well as basic contact information, in order to process your CE credits. Once you have successfully completed all aspects of the module, you will be contacted regarding your CE credits, including payment of the $15 administrative fee and issuance of your CE completion certificate.

Regardless whether you are seeking CE credits, we hope the knowledge gained here will serve you well in your professional endeavors.