Beyond Basics Training

Full Training Series

$645

Individual Sessions

$95*¹

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Flexible Training Options

We offer two training options for our Beyond Basics Training. Clinicians can choose between enrolling in the full series or individual skill-specific sessions.

Each training topic has been uniquely tailored to the evolving needs of BHCMs, from advanced communication strategies to care coordination techniques. Whether you choose the full series or individual sessions, you’ll strengthen your ability to provide patient-centered, evidence-based care.

This training is open to any clinician or staff in the Behavioral Health Care Manager (BHCM) role.

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Training Topics

Patient Engagement

Learn how to promote patient engagement in Collaborative Care by discovering core strategies to decrease stigma, tailoring communication to individual patient needs, and enhancing the effectiveness of the CoCM team.

For more information, view our Patient Engagement course overview.

Working with your Psychiatric Consultant

Discover the art of conducting successful Systematic Caseload Reviews by orchestrating efficient meetings, presenting cases succinctly, and collaborating seamlessly with your Psychiatric Consultant.

For more information about this training, view the Working with Your Psychiatric Consultant course overview.

Enhancing Visit Efficiency

This session helps clinicians transform patient visits by giving them strategies for preparing and structuring efficient, collaborative, and patient-centered brief follow-up visits.

For more information about this training, view the Enhancing Visit Efficiency course overview.

Supporting Medication Management

Learn different approaches for engaging patients in conversations about medication, promoting adherence, and utilizing high-quality resources for up-to-date medication information that supports medication management in a Collaborative Care setting.

For more information about this training, view the Supporting Medication Management course overview.

Using Registry Metrics to Drive Care

Unlock the power of data in this session, designed to give BHCMs the skills they need to use a registry for population-based care effectively. They will learn how to analyze actionable metrics and identify key metrics for monitoring trends, including which metrics require immediate attention.

For more information about this training, view the Using Registry Metrics to Drive Care course overview.

Challenging Clinical Situations

This session prepares clinicians for handling challenging clinical situations. Our expert trainers identify common challenges, offer insight into how to apply a systematic approach for improvement, and demonstrate the pivotal role of the BHCM in managing these situations.

For more information about this training, view the Challenging Clinical Situations course overview.

Relapse Prevention Planning

Learn to implement and optimize a Relapse Prevention Plan. This two-part session is designed to provide clinicians with the confidence to implement a patient-centered Relapse Prevention Plan. The first session teaches participants how to foster proactive prevention, self-monitoring of symptoms, and effective communication within the Collaborative Care team.

The second session is a valuable case call follow-up designed for clinicians to share their experiences, gain insights, and receive valuable feedback from our expert trainers.

For more information about this training, view the Relapse Prevention Planning course overview.

Full Training Series

The full training series offers a comprehensive learning experience for Behavioral Health Care Managers (BHCMs). Over four months, participants join a small cohort of peers and progress through all seven Beyond Basics sessions. This structured approach builds skills steadily, fosters collaboration, and creates a supportive learning community.

Cost: $645
Format: Eight live, virtual sessions (bi‑weekly)
Duration: 8.5 hours total
Structure: Sessions every two weeks; each lasts one hour (Relapse Prevention Case Call is 90 minutes)
CE Credits: Up to 8.5 credits available
Benefits: Cohort learning, consistent skill development, and full coverage of advanced BHCM topics

Individual Sessions

Individual skill-specific sessions provide flexibility for BHCMs who want to focus on specific skills without committing to the full series. Choose individual sessions à la carte to sharpen targeted competencies and fit training into a busy schedule.

Cost: $95 per session (Relapse Prevention Planning is two sessions, $145)
Format: Live, virtual sessions
Duration: One hour each (Relapse Prevention Case Call is 90 minutes)
CE Credits: Credits awarded based on time (i.e., one hour of training equals one credit of CE)
Benefits: Flexible scheduling, targeted skill development, immediate applicability to patient care

The AIMS Center recommends trainees complete our online Behavioral Health Care Manager Training before starting the Beyond Basics Training series. Though not required, this online training will provide trainees with a solid foundation to build from.

For a detailed course outline and session descriptions, download the full training guide.

Trainee Requirements

An active caseload of at least three patients by the time of the training (except for those in supervisory roles).
A working camera. Participants must have their video on for the entire training.
Trainees do not have to be licensed clinicians to participate.

Continuing Education

The AIMS Center at the University of Washington is approved by the American Psychological Association (APA) to sponsor continuing education (CE) for psychologists. The AIMS Center maintains responsibility for this program and its content.

CE credits can be used by most licensed mental health providers, including psychologists, nurses, clinical social workers, professional counselors, and marriage and family therapists. Clinicians should check their specific state requirements to confirm that these credits apply to them.

Trainees are eligible for one hour of CE per hour of training, up to 8.5 CE credits. To receive credits, trainees must attend the entire session.

CONFLICT OF INTEREST DISCLOSURE INFORMATION

There are no relevant financial relationships to disclose for authors or planners of this content.

*Relapse Prevention Planning is two sessions and costs $145 ↩︎