Mental Health Technician

Description

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Caring for individuals facing mental health challenges is a profound gift. The successful completion of our Mental Health Technician (Psychiatric Aide/Technician) program prepares students to play a pivotal role in providing care to individuals dealing with psychiatric or substance use disorders, following physician instructions and hospital procedures.

Next Class Dates:

• Dates: 6/2/2025 - 7/24/2025
• This class is hybrid online/in-person, so you will need internet access to complete assignments via Canvas.
• Meeting Times: Mondays 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
• Location: Main Campus, Health Sciences 209

As psychiatric aides and mental health technicians, individuals in this program actively observe and document patient behavior, present findings to counselors, nurses, and other professional staff, and are trained to intervene in crisis situations. They facilitate clients' behavior management and provide assistance with daily tasks, including feeding, mobility, dressing, personal hygiene, and other activities of daily living.

Throughout the program, students gain insights into mental disorders, universal precautions, vital sign monitoring, behavioral observation and documentation, proactive measures to manage aggressive behavior, patient rights, confidentiality, hygiene practices, and effective communication techniques. Upon successful program completion, students sit for the Certified Mental Health Technician (CMHT) exam.

The TRUE Scholarship covers tuition, textbook, practice exams, and the required $175 CMHT certification exam fee. Apply for the TRUE Scholarship. 

This program prepares individuals for a rewarding career in caring for those with mental health challenges, offering valuable skills and knowledge to make a positive impact on the lives of those in need.