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We're excited to share an insightful discussion from our Behavioral Health Innovators series, presented by Lightning Step Technologies, live from the NAATP Conference 2024! Host Benjamin Turner sat down with Dr. Amber Lange, Director of External Partnerships for Site-Based Learning at Capella University, to explore the crucial role of internships in behavioral health.
Dr. Langen highlighted how Capella's online programs are preparing the next generation of behavioral health professionals:
⚡ Facilitating 10,000+ internships annually across the U.S.
⚡ Bringing fresh knowledge and enthusiasm to facilities facing staffing shortages
⚡ Providing hands-on clinical training, including on-site assessments
⚡ Embracing AI and technology in education to keep students at the forefront of the field
Most importantly, Dr. Langen emphasized the value interns bring to organizations and urged facilities to give internship programs a chance, stressing their importance in addressing the growing demand for behavioral health professionals.
Tune in to learn how academic partnerships can help solve the workforce crisis in behavioral health!
