Mental Health Technician Certification (MHTC) Program New

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The Perry Foundation Academy of Health's Mental Health Technician Certification program is a 5-week program that dives into the history of mental health and teaches the skills needed to be an effective mental healthcare provider. During this course, you will gain an understanding of the history of mental health and the basics of mental health care. You will review the ethics of caring for your clients and will ultimately gain an understanding of developmental psychology throughout a person's lifespan, as well as how sociocultural influences can impact one's mental health.

You will partipate in the development and implementation of basic nursing care and therapeutic treatment plans for shose with mental health needs. Students will receive training in physical assessment, psychiatric and substance use disorders, developmental disabilities, health/wellness education, emergency and crisis intervention, and basic nursing assistant skills. Mental Health Technicians work under many different job titles and in a variety of both healthcare and non-healthcare settings. Although created with entry-level healthcare workers in mind, this program would be perfect for school district employees, correction officers, first responders, and those working in addiction centers. This program is also ideal for current Certified Nursing Assistants as a stackable credential in a Mental Health Specialty.

Upon successful completion of the program, students will have the opportunity to take the Mental Health Technician Certification exam through the American Medical Certification Association (administered onsite).

Prerequisite: Students wishing to enroll in the MHT Program must be 18 years of age and show proof of high school diploma or equivalency. Once registered, students will complete an enrollment agreement.

There are still openings remaining at this time.