Helping Students Thrive: Meeting Basic Needs

This course is offered to college staff, counseling, BIT/CARE members, and faculty interested in assisting students in achieving success in their college goals. We will review core intervention, support, and advocacy skills drawn from the fields of social work, counseling, life coaching, academic success, disability accommodation, tutoring, and career services. We will address challenges and offer practical strategies to address housing and food insecurity, academic readiness, mental health, safety planning, study skills development, time management, mental wellness, social support, navigating community services, critical thinking and problem-solving, fiscal management, emotional regulation, and improving self-advocacy. Learn more.