The Mental Health Technician Certification Training Program
Prepare to earn your mental health technician certification and train to become a vital part of the mental healthcare system.
The Mental Health Technician Certification Training Program
Prepare to earn your mental health technician certification and train to become a vital part of the mental healthcare system.
The Mental Health Technician Training
Our Mental Health Technician Training Program is online by design so you can study at your own pace, wherever and whenever works for you.
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12 Months of Full Access
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$37,330 Median Salary*
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9% Predicted 10-Year Job Growth*
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AAPT and CEHRS Certification Prep
This Could be the Perfect Job for You
Here’s a fact: Mental illness can affect anyone. And the consequences of ignoring the symptoms of depression, anxiety, and other disorders can be devastating. Mental health technicians help people struggling with a wide variety of illnesses, and considering the sensitive nature of their work, they have to be well-versed in developmental psychology.
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Receive coaching and guidance.
Training is online, but you’re never alone. Real people support you every step of the way via phone, live chat, and email.
Take advantage of flexible payment plans.
We’re flexible and committed to working with you to find affordable down and monthly payments.
Get certified.
Our career training provides the knowledge and certification prep materials you need to sit for the AAPT and CEHRS certification exams.
1. Start today.
Begin your training (and transformation) right now.
2. Learn your way.
Complete your training on your own terms.
3. Get certification-ready.
Prepare to take valuable certification exams.
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Program Details
Our Mental Health Technician Certification program was designed to arm you with the knowledge you need to recognize behavioral patterns in others and help them manage their impairments.
- > 12 Months of Full Access
- > Self-Paced Study
- > Anywhere, Anytime Learning
- > 1:1 (Human) Support
What You’ll Learn
This program provides a comprehensive overview of how mental health technicians assist with crisis intervention and provide support to professionals who treat patients with mental health disorders.
The Fundamentals
We’ll provide an overview of the basics so you can communicate effectively in your role.
Suicide & Personality Disorders
You’ll learn how to recognize behavioral patterns so you can help others manage their impairments.
Processes & Treatments
Topics here include assessing a patient, properly diagnosing their issues, and generally following a five (5) step sequential process to assist them towards better mental health.
Communication Standards
You’ll learn professional communication techniques for a healthcare office, including the use of medical terminology and patient-accessible language.
Mental Health Technician Program FAQs
How much do mental health technicians make?
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median mental health technician salary is $37,330 per year.*
Is financial assistance available for my mental health technician program?
CareerStep offers a variety of flexible payment options, installment plans, and even discounts for U.S. veterans, Active Duty service members, and their spouses. As CareerStep is not an educational institution, we cannot offer—or accept—traditional financial aid, such as student scholarships, loans, and grants through FAFSA. However, our low-cost training programs are affordably priced and our goal is to find a payment solution that meets your needs.
How long is the Mental Health Technician program?
With Learner flexibility as a top priority, we built the Mental Health Technician program so you can move at your own pace.
What else do I need to sign up for the Mental Health Technician program?
First, you must be at least 18 years old. Beyond that, you just need a secondary degree (high school diploma, associate degree, or the global equivalent) and a passion for helping others.
Get Trained Today.
This program includes training, career support, and coaching, along with certification prep materials and exam fees.
$3,399 for full program access
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Payment Plans
Paying up front is the best way to demonstrate your financial prowess, but sometimes you need some wiggle room. That’s why we offer payment plans.
MyCAA Funding
The My Career Advancement Account (MyCAA) program offers funding for this program for eligible military spouses. This funding can cover a portion of the cost of approved CareerStep courses.
*Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor. “Psychiatric Technicians and Aides” Occupational Outlook Handbook. Accessed March 26, 2024.
Statements found in the United States Department of Labor Occupational Outlook Handbook are not a guarantee of any post-graduation salary, in part because the data used to create the Occupational Outlook Handbook includes workers from differing educational backgrounds, levels of experience, and geographic areas of the country.