Blue Cross® and Blue Shield® of Minnesota Center for Rural Behavioral Health
College of Allied Health and Nursing|Services, Centers and Institutes
The Blue Cross® and Blue Shield® of Minnesota Center for Rural Behavioral Health at Minnesota State University, Mankato is dedicated to improving the behavioral health of residents in rural Minnesota through workforce development, education, and research.
Upcoming Center Events
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Jun 5
Shaping Tomorrow's Counselors- A Clinical Supervision Series - June 2026
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Jun 25
Applying a Trauma-Informed Lens to Your Therapy Approach Training
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Jun 30
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Jul 13
Clinical Training Day: A Closer Look at Sexuality and Men’s and Women’s Mental Health
All Center for Rural Behavioral Health Events
All Allied Health and Nursing events
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FEATURED REPORT
Unfinished Business: Examining Barriers to Obtaining Mental Health Licensure Among Minnesota Graduates
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Center in Action
Rural-Informed Behavioral Health Series
- In Winter/Spring 2026, the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota Center for Rural Behavioral Health launched its first Rural-Informed Behavioral Health Series which included training in Interventions, Ethics, and Supervision. More info here.Rural-Informed Behavioral Health Series
- In Winter/Spring 2026, the Center for Rural Behavioral Health launched its first Rural-Informed Behavioral Health Series which included training in Interventions, Ethics, and Supervision. We are pleased to recognize the participants who have complete the training. Completion of this 15-hour training recognizes the participant’s commitment to enhancing knowledge and skills in addressing behavioral health needs within rural communities, including culturally responsive practices, access challenges, and community-centered care.
- List of participants coming soon!
About Us
The Blue Cross Center for Rural Behavioral Health empowers collaboration across Minnesota State University, Mankato and with our community partners.
Rural Behavioral Health Clinic
Learn about the Rural Behavioral Health Clinic, made possible by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota.
Mankato, MN 56001
1-507-389-1000
1-800-722-0544