Mental Health Support Professional
NOTE: This program requires active employer participation, and thus is not available to all who seek it.
This dual certification program provides a well-rounded education to start a career in the Mental Health industry.
Start
Anytime
100%
Online
Exam Fee
Included
This program is NOT available to residents in the following states: AR, ND, NV, OK, PA, RI, SC, WI
Please review our State Restriction page to view what restrictions there may be in your state/region of residence or employment and ensure you are eligible for enrollment. These restrictions may not apply to students taking programs through an employer, academic or government-sponsored model – including MyCAA and Army, Air Force or Coast Guard Credentialing Assistance. To determine eligibility, please confirm with your sponsor or review our military spouse MyCAA-approved or Military Credentialing Assistance-approved programs.
Interested in Creating an Apprenticeship Program
As a registered apprenticeship intermediary with the Department of Labor, we handle the heavy lifting, certification training and apprenticeship paperwork.
Mental Health Support Professional Online Training
Healthcare Organization Costs
Employers can pay for the training, use tuition reimbursement funds, or utilize apprenticeship government funding to possibly cover both the training cost and wages.
Monthly Payment Options as low as
$
302
Grants Available to Help With
Apprentice participants are promoted to full employees and regular pay rates when they complete their programs.
TRAINING COSTS
$
5,000
At Time of Student Enrollment
MedCerts handles all intermediary responsibilities, paperwork and administrative tasks so the organization doesn’t have to.
No Credit Check
Questions on Apprenticeship?
As a registered DoL intermediary, we’re ready to answer any and all questions you have.
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What does a Mental Health Support Professional Do?
A Mental Health Support Professional, also known as mental health technician, mental health care worker, psychiatric technician, mental health assistant or behavioral health associate, is an individual who assists psychiatrists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, and licensed mental health therapists in the care of clients with psychiatric illness and/or developmental disabilities. While many choose to work in psychiatric units in general hospitals, some choose to work specifically in more focused areas. Some of the more common specialized mental health settings include outpatient mental health wings of hospitals, correctional institutions, addiction residential facilities, and psychiatric group homes.
139,600
Entry Level Jobs in the US
All available job and salary information is from Burning Glass Labor Insights and is updated annually to reflect industry changes.
- Demonstrate understanding of Electronic HeaIth Record (EHR) functionality and documentation
- Distinguish intake, crisis care, inpatient care and discharge duties
- Recognize psychology and substance use terminology and apply that knowledge where applicable to psychiatric team communication
- Demonstrate skills in observation, communication, interpersonal needs and working well under stress
- Maintain client confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA and HITECH privacy and security laws
Enrollment Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Web browser with internet connection
- Course registration & payment
MEDCERTS-COVERED MATERIALS*
- Expert-led video based training
- Introduction to Anatomy and Medical Terminology: A Course Companion (PDF)
- eBook: Foundations of Mental Health Care 8E
- Competency assessments
- National Certification exam fee
STUDENT SERVICES
- Dedicated Student Success Advisors
- Tailored support based on performance & behavior
- Exam preparation process
- 1 yr. post-program access to Career Center & Career Coaches
*The cost of all materials needed for this program are covered by MedCerts. They are not included in the tuition costs and the student is not liable for any costs or fees related to the above materials.
Eligible Certifications
Mental Health Support Professional – Apprenticeship
Job Opportunities
$44,150 – $82,710
Estimated Salary
$37,160 – $52,050
Estimated Salary
$37,380 – $58,880
Estimated Salary
Disclaimers
- This program requires active employer participation, and thus is not available to all who seek it.
- This program is NOT available to residents of the following states: Arkansas, Missouri, North Dakota, Nevada, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Wisconsin
- While MedCerts training and related target certifications may be accepted and/or approved by your state of residency, employers reserve the right to dictate prerequisite education, experience, or certification/licensure requirements for their positions. We strongly advise students to research target job posts from area employers and relevant state requirements, barriers, or restrictions prior to enrollment to ensure eligibility upon graduation.
*All available job and salary information is pulled from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, when possible, or compiled from national reported averages and is updated annually to reflect industry changes.
